out of one's shell
out of (one's) shell
Less shy, reserved, or reticent and in a more sociable, outgoing, or enthusiastic state. Samantha was quite a quiet girl growing up, but she really started coming out of her shell in 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.
out of one's shell
see under in one's shell.
See also: of, out, shell
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
- out of (one's) shell
- come out of one's shell, to
- be out of (one's) shell
- not a peep from/out of (someone)
- backward(s) about coming forward
- have it going on
- have a couple
- have a few
- have had a few
- jump (one's) bones