be inclined

Example Sentences

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While the Fed would be inclined to keep interest rates elevated to rein in inflation, a deteriorating economy could trigger the need for cuts.

From Barron's • Mar. 3, 2026

“If we think that everyone else accepts that as normal, we might be inclined to do so ourselves,” he said.

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

Allies of the president had criticised the plan, but during a meeting with Starmer in the Oval Office last February, Trump said "I think we'll be inclined to go along with your country".

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

“I’ll probably be inclined to keep Exxon out,” Trump said Sunday evening, speaking to reporters traveling with him aboard Air Force One.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

You may be inclined to agree with the writer Calvin Trillin when he wrote, “As far as I’m concerned, whom is a word that was invented to make everyone sound like a butler.”

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker