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 add.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 17, 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
"I can sort of understand why teachers might be reluctant to let somebody out at the beginning of a class right after break," Ben added.
From BBC ● May 16, 2026
Lyra had never thought she would be reluctant to see Farder Coram, and John Faa, and Serafina Pekkala.
From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman
