hesitant

Example Sentences

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Initially Chloe was hesitant to tell friends and family that she was being affected by infertility.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

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

Some parents are hesitant to lock money into college-savings accounts, preferring financial flexibility in an uncertain world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

If you’ve been neglecting paying down this bill, lenders might be hesitant to offer you a loan or more likely to charge you a higher interest rate.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Finally, its voice, uncertain and hesitant, took form.

From "I, Robot" by Isaac Asimov