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ambivalent

[am-biv-uh-luhnt] / æmˈbɪv ə lənt /


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But he's slightly ambivalent on what a mayor would mean for Glasgow, insisting it all really depends on who the person is.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

The third group is the truly ambivalent, where I sat.

From Slate Jul. 6, 2026

By the same token, I think a deep love of country can coexist with ambivalent feelings about how the national team performs on the field.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2026

Others are ambivalent, recognizing the benefits of change but fearing they might be giving up more than they realize.

From The Wall Street Journal May 9, 2026

Her face reset to ambivalent frostiness, but Jessica had already noticed.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan




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