hesitantly

Example Sentences

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What she does come close to validating, however hesitantly, are the unorthodox educational theories of Judit’s father, László.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 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

They have torched their credibility by violating the most fundamental obligations of candor to a court—not hesitantly, but proudly so, with undisguised disdain toward judges attempting to salvage whatever remains of the rule of law.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 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

“Or maybe abolish is the word. I hear talk of folks wanting to abolish slavery,” I said hesitantly.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan