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

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

He enquired how far Netherfield was from Meryton; and, after receiving her answer, asked in a hesitating manner how long Mr. Darcy had been staying there.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen