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retiring
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adjective
(= unassuming)
not arrogant or presuming
unassuming to a fault, skeptical about the value of his work
a shy retiring girl
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adjective
of a person who has held and relinquished a position or office
a retiring member of the board
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adjective
(= reticent)
reluctant to draw attention to yourself
partner
Noun
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Partners are people, usually two, who are together for a particular purpose, such as for business, sports, or a romantic relationship.
My partner, Tom, looks after the administrative parts of the business.