“The butcher on our block was hailed by one and all as a sheyner Yid because of his singular quietness, his air of gravity and refinement, and his exemplary modesty.” (NJY)

"The coachman who, while greasing his wagon wheels, also decided to davven Minhah (recite the afternoon prayers) evoked different reactions from passersby. The emet-type exclaimed: 'Sheygetz! While you davven, you grease wheels?' The hesed-type said: 'Ah, a sheyner Yid! [a worthy Jew!] Even when he greases his wheels, he davvens!'" (source)