reluctant

Example Sentences

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Stolz, who did not have an American teammate in the final to help him strategize, said the rest of the pack was reluctant to make a move on the leaders.

From Los Angeles Times

Nevertheless, he said, “tariffs are likely to return in some form, so firms may be reluctant to cut prices until there’s greater certainty about where tariff rates ultimately settle. This could be a lengthy process.”

From MarketWatch

The potential impact of productivity-enhancing artificial intelligence on the need for workers also left many employers reluctant to hire.

From The Wall Street Journal

At the same time, retailers are increasingly reluctant to gamble on products that aren’t tied to a well-known story or franchise.

From The Wall Street Journal

Glanville had been struggling for the last few years with a mysterious ailment that caused recurring facial swelling, speech impairment and the loss of teeth, leaving her reluctant to go out in public.

From Los Angeles Times