- present participle of hesitate.
hesitating
Example Sentences
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"I'm hesitating because I'm speaking on behalf of other people and that's very difficult to do," he said.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
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
The Chargers aren’t hesitating when it comes to bolstering their run-blocking options for new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, reportedly agreeing to terms Monday with former Baltimore Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 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
The spectators saw Lancelot hesitating over the man, then heard his voice coming muffled by the helm.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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