hesitation

Example Sentences

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These shortcuts make impulse buying “almost effortless,” Florida-based VyStar Credit Union says, and removing the ease of a one-tap purchase forces a moment of hesitation that could save your budget.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

She said Coulson had been deeply loved by her family and was someone who helped others without hesitation.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

Alas, Mr. Powell and his colleagues overcame their hesitation this time and we all got pelted with dots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

"I would do the same again," he said, without hesitation.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

When he got to her, he wrapped the coat around her shoulders and, after a slight hesitation, pulled her to him and rubbed his hands up and down her arms.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack