hesitant

Example Sentences

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Scientists at the agency are hesitant to authorize the products due to potential risks to children and new users, the report said.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Seeing a scan with calcification can help sway patients on the fence, many of whom are hesitant to take medications like statins, says Khan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Pain at the pump could make consumers more hesitant to buy new gas-guzzlers and more likely to consider electric vehicles.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

“Why are people wary of endorsing Nithya for mayor? A lot of people who were in leadership at the time are hesitant because of that situation,” said Noah Suarez-Sikes, a member of DSA-LA’s steering committee.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026

It’s clear in our bleary eyes and sluggish movements and hesitant syllables.

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed