hesitating

Example Sentences

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They held them up to the light, pressed them between their fingers, hesitating — until, one by one, they took a bite.

From Salon • Mar. 17, 2026

That removed a near-term overhang on the stock, but private lenders are hesitating to back its plans, according to Schwartz.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

“Executives are realizing that their target demographics may be hesitating a bit with spending, so they’re less cavalier about passing through higher prices.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

Although police can still use less-lethal weapons to contain unruly demonstrators, the city claimed the rules put officers at risk of hesitating in chaotic situations.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2025

“I asked her ...,” Ash trailed off, hesitating, and looked down at the ground.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo