tentative
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Yet these survivors are so hard-wired to be fearful of their neighbors that Hig and Cima’s rusty, tentative flirtation takes place under the gaze of her daddy’s gun, a heck of a chaperone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
Trade talks collapsed at the last minute late on Friday night, with both sides accusing the other of demanding last-minute changes to a tentative deal.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
"We acknowledge the commitment of our employees and appreciate the efforts of our negotiating teams in reaching this tentative agreement," a Hyundai spokesman told AFP.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
The ratification comes after flight attendants at WestJet, Canada’s second-largest airline, went on strike earlier this month, grounding hundreds of flights before they reached a tentative agreement with the company.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
At this, he smiles, and his guests give a tentative laugh.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
Vocabulary lists containing tentative
Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 4
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
The New SAT: Words to Capture Tone
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 6
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
