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wait-and-see attitude



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The Middle East conflict replaced tariffs as a major source of uncertainty, resulting in many firms taking a wait-and-see attitude about hiring, pricing, and capital spending, he noted.

From Barron's Apr. 17, 2026

Analysts who follow Netflix are taking a wait-and-see attitude about the Netflix’s move into out-of-home experiences.

From Los Angeles Times Nov. 10, 2025

Most labor leaders, however, have emphasized a wait-and-see attitude, saying they’re on alert but recognize Argentines voted for Milei and will wait for him to implement policies.

From Seattle Times Nov. 23, 2023

"Since worries on the demand side have not been dispelled, investors took a wait-and-see attitude to confirm the actual OPEC+ decision," said Tsuyoshi Ueno, senior economist at NLI Research Institute.

From Reuters Nov. 21, 2023

On the streets, after my speeches, in the faces and the voices of the people I met—even those who would pump my hands and want my autograph—I would feel the wait-and-see attitude.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey




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