hesitantly
Example Sentences
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Cheers to the front desk at the Andaz Miami for removing the $70 resort fee, however hesitantly, when I asked.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
In his 70s now, wiry with sharp eyes, Yoo speaks hesitantly at first - but it comes back to him quickly.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2025
When Victoria challenges her spiritually curious daughter to spend the night at the Buddhist center to get a sense of what she’s in for long term, Piper hesitantly accepts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 23, 2025
When Attkisson asked when, he hesitantly answered, "I would say weeks, yeah — I would say weeks."
From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2025
“Are you going to get angry at me again?” he asked hesitantly.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
