reluctance
Example Sentences
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We tend to look back at the Founding Era in simplistic terms—a time of unity against the British—when, in fact, there were deep rifts and great reluctance leading up to 1776.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026
Much of the criticism that stemmed from Scotland's meek Euro 2024 showings arose from Clarke's reluctance to move away from a back-five formation.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
At larger companies, there is a reluctance to give Gen Z the responsibility and accountability of a C-suite level role, said Martha Heller, CEO of technology executive recruiting firm Heller Search Associates.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 25, 2026
The reluctance from companies to hire reflects more than just recent economic woes.
From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026
It was apparent that the man interviewing me took my reluctance to answer his questions as insolence.
From "Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers
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