reluctant
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She called for reforms to tackle domestic abuse, and warned that victims may be reluctant to come forward if they do not feel the justice system is dealing with the issue robustly.
From BBC โ Sep. 15, 2026
Micron and other memory-chip makers have announced plans to add capacity in the next few years to meet surging demand, after being initially reluctant to do so to avoid a supply glut and price collapse.
From MarketWatch โ Sep. 15, 2026
Businesses are often reluctant to pass on higher energy bills to their customers, according to economist Sung Won Sohn.
From The Wall Street Journal โ Sep. 12, 2026
Sally, reluctant though she is, immediately connects with the tattooed professor, even if there is a red flag or two waving.
From Los Angeles Times โ Sep. 11, 2026
The Olympians were reluctant to try to free him by force.
From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton
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