hesitate
Example Sentences
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But the government faces steep obstacles to successfully prosecute either after this setback, and experts hesitate to predict what could happen next due to the cases' unprecedented nature.
From BBC
Retailers will be hoping their Black Friday deals attract shoppers, but tariffs have raised concerns that consumers with lower incomes may hesitate to spend against a backdrop of elevated inflation.
From MarketWatch
"We appreciate the concern that this may cause the local community. If you have any concerns, please don't hesitate to speak to an officer."
From BBC
Although it provides valuable medical insight, many individuals hesitate to undergo the procedure because it requires extensive preparation and can feel invasive.
From Science Daily
"We will not hesitate to investigate and disrupt anyone seeking to harm or undermine these values and our national security," said Commander Dominic Murphy.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
