reluctance

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Robinson believes "football snobbery" is behind some of the reluctance to embrace set-pieces as a potential game-changer.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

She said she is leaving with some frustrations about the management of the LAFD, including its reluctance to refer allegations of wrongdoing by its members to an independent investigation rather than an internal inquiry.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

Diageo said it was cutting its dividend in half as it reduced its sales outlook, citing American consumer reluctance to spend due to affordability concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

However, analysts say that energy needs and a reluctance to be drawn into a conflict with Washington will prevent Beijing from converting strong rhetoric into concrete action.

From Barron's • Mar. 5, 2026

He found in himself a reluctance to look in her face.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck