be reluctant
Example Sentences
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Some officials willing to hold steady next week may genuinely think a hike is unneeded, or they might simply be reluctant to force the hand of a chairman who hasn’t shown it.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 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
