be out of (one's) shell

be out of (one's) shell

To be less shy or reticent and more sociable, outgoing, or enthusiastic. Samantha was quite a quiet girl growing up, but she's really been out of her shell since leaving for college. Jack is actually a very funny, engaging guy once he's out of his shell.
See also: of, out, shell
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • come out of one's shell, to
  • out of (one's) shell
  • out of one's shell
  • not a peep from/out of (someone)
  • backward(s) about coming forward
  • glorified
  • have a couple
  • have a few
  • have had a few
  • jump someone's bones