Word: timidity
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Dates: during 1980-1989
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...Like a timid Shakespearean character, Felipe Ruiz seemed destined for anonymity until events thrust a touch of greatness upon him. After allegedly killing a Spaniard, Ruiz stowed away on a ship of Dominican friars bound for missionary work in 17th century Japan. The little band of Catholics found the Japanese less than hospitable, and Ruiz, refusing to denounce his religion, was burned at the stake with his newly found companions. He might have been little more than one amoung countless church martyrs except that Pope John Paul II will be arriving in the Philippines in early February to make Ruiz...
Spunky freshman guard Pat Horne, nicknamed "Magic" by the Harvard fans for her flashy moves on the court, drove through a timid Keene State defense, displaying real initiative and aggressive offensive play...