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think twice about

VERB
scruple
Synonyms
STRONG
boggle demur doubt falter fret gag hesitate question shy stick stickle stumble vacillate waver worry
WEAK
be loath be reluctant be unwilling have qualms
Antonyms
STRONG
continue remain stay
WEAK
not care

Example Sentences

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Airlines have trimmed routes and costs as fuel bills explode and wary passengers think twice about travel plans, a situation that could persist even if a fragile truce holds in the Middle East.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

It takes an exceptional piece of art to inspire audiences to think twice about what comes as second nature, to choose compassionate contemplation over ardent debate.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

So the Raiders didn’t think twice about splurging on the guy who will snap him the ball.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

But at the very least, investors should think twice about buying the dip, and wait for another sign that suggests bulls have regained their strength.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 31, 2026

He was a big bear of a man who didn’t think twice about offering me a hug in the face of this tragedy.

From "Confessions of a Murder Suspect" by James Patterson