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hesitation

[hez-i-tey-shuhn] / ˌhɛz ɪˈteɪ ʃən /


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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

Silver may offer another chance, but in a market this volatile, hesitation could mean missing it.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Arteta has no hesitation entrusting Heinze with such key tasks.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

“With zero hesitation, my mom said to Adriana, ‘Here’s her Instagram.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

After a moment’s hesitation, I extend my hand, just a bit.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen