aw-shucks

aw shucks

1. An expression of shyness, happiness, or embarrassment. A: "You're just too sweet!" B: "Aw shucks, you're gonna make me blush." Aw shucks, it was nothing. I was happy to help. Aw shucks, that's so nice of you to say! Thank you!

2. An expression of disappointment. Aw shucks, it looks like we're going to lose the game after all. The rain clouds seem to be rolling in now. Aw shucks! Aw shucks, it didn't snow last night—so we still have to go to school today.

See also: aw, shuck

aw-shucks

Indicative of shyness or a lack of sophistication. Charlie was a nice fellow with a sweet, aw-shucks demeanor. You'll never get ahead until you ditch this aw-shucks attitude and become more assertive in the board room. You'll love him—he's very down to earth with an aw-shucks air about him.

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