reticent
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More likely, many countries could be reticent to accept “volcano refugees,” making excuses – perhaps legitimate ones – that they don’t have the money, resources or space to safely settle so many people so swiftly.
From Science Daily โ Sep. 22, 2026
And though he’s reticent to talk about his age or beliefs, at 64, Cruise seems to know how he wants to be remembered: not a Hollywood star, but a movie star.
From Salon โ Sep. 17, 2026
Fed chief Kevin Warsh, who is usually reticent to give guidance, had stunned markets Friday when he appeared to suggest the bank was prepared to hike.
From Barron's โ Sep. 4, 2026
A reticent, low-wattage star, Leonard did nothing to improve the Clippers’ brand or relevancy.
From Los Angeles Times โ Sep. 3, 2026
When relatives and Spanish-speaking friends of my parents came to the house, my brother and sisters seemed reticent to use Spanish, but at least they managed to say a few necessary words before being excused.
From "Hunger of Memory" by Richard Rodriguez
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