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In Kenneth Grahame's short story "The Reluctant Dragon," what does the dragon resist doing?

reluctant

[ri-luhk-tuhnt] / rษชหˆlสŒk tษ™nt /


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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

In Venice with Kopple was Antonio Rosario, a Teamster for 31 years seen throughout the film trying to educate often fearful or reluctant workers about their rights.

From Barron's โ— Sep. 9, 2026

Even long-term investors may be understandably reluctant to buy into an energy fund at current levels.

From MarketWatch โ— Sep. 9, 2026

Home heating bills are likely to take a bigger bite from disposable incomes as temperatures drop, and households may become reluctant to dip further into their savings.

From The Wall Street Journal โ— Sep. 7, 2026

Afterwards, prepared to set out but reluctant to leave their sanctuary, they sat in a row on the porch.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt




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