be reluctant
Example Sentences
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However, “there remain concerns that shipowners will be reluctant to send oil tankers back into the Persian Gulf while there is a risk that the deal falls over,” the analysts added.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 18, 2026
Domergue suggested Iran could be reluctant to allow mine‑clearing operations in order to "force ships" to use the waters along its coastline, where a limited number of vessels are currently allowed to transit.
From Barron's • Jun. 16, 2026
Some ship owners may be reluctant to let their vessels return to such a volatile region after finally retrieving them, experts say.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 1, 2026
Neil Brown, a solicitor specialising in internet and telecoms law, said broadcasters and authorities may be reluctant to repeat that approach.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
If anyone thought I’d be reluctant to move out of the mansion on the hill and into student housing, they’d be wrong.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
