have second thoughts
Example Sentences
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Concerns about the economy, job insecurity and high insurance premiums are causing some home buyers to have second thoughts about their home purchases, and some are even walking away from hefty deposits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 6, 2026
Best case: tempers cool, the Houthis have second thoughts and refrain from attacking any more shipping.
From BBC ● Jan. 12, 2024
And if a dismissal comes, will Oregon State’s Jonathan Smith have second thoughts about his own move?
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 26, 2023
And even those who have — Gucci Mane — may at some point have second thoughts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2023
The disparaging reports caused some of those who had signed the Declaration of Sentiments to have second thoughts.
From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling
