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To have caused (someone) to be unable to pursue one any longer
To have prevented oneself from
“But when it comes to throwing herself into the fray, she does not shirk the blows.”
Past tense for to avoid or get out of a responsibility
“He did not wish to shirk his duties. As commander of the clan's warriors, his place was at his chieftain's back during his official meetings.”
Past tense for to not perform or attend to one's duties or responsibilities as expected
“If the firm were to hire a worker at a lower wage, it would be in the worker's interest to shirk on the job.”
Past tense for to suddenly spring or flinch back in fear, horror, or disgust
Past tense for to sneak about furtively
Past tense for to dodge something, such as a question, task or duty
Past tense for to fail to care for or pay attention to
Past tense for to procrastinate or be lazy, especially with work or responsibilities
Past tense for to not fulfill a payment or expense
Past tense for to fail to do something because of cowardice
Past tense for to disregard the rules and refuse to conform
Past tense for to move aside or to and fro in a sudden or quick manner
Past tense for to conceal the truth by giving equivocal answers
Past tense for to pass or spend (time) in idleness
Past tense for to engage in leisurely or unproductive activities
Past tense for to act or move slowly or lazily
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