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loath

[lohth, lohth] / loʊθ, loʊð /


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At times, the piano players in his groups would simply back off during part of Rollins’ solos, loath to risk following the twisting pathways of his improvising.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Arbitrators who are employed time and time again by the same companies with a large number of contracts that require arbitration may be loath to rule against them and lose out on their next paycheck.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

Buffett is loath to criticize Berkshire employees, but was lavish in his praise of former investment manager Lou Simpson External link, who beat the market.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Although he may be loath to do so, he would be wise to consult European, Gulf and East Asian allies as part of the negotiations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

I sensed the conversation made little difference, that for a few moments we were safe from the world and we were loath to break the communication and go back to our rooms.

From "Black Like Me" by John Howard Griffin




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