reluctance
Example Sentences
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While some analysts believe there could be a reluctance to give Chinese carmakers easier access to Europe, others think it is the Chinese firms themselves that are hesitant due to high costs in Germany.
From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026
I want to get into changing the conversation, but curious, is a reluctance to do so driven by a fear of rejection?
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
As the children of Windisch’s Gen X clients get older and gain more financial autonomy, she’s noticed they tend to have a sense of reluctance or nervousness around managing their money.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
Scott Parker, Vincent Kompany, and Russell Martin have also persisted with this philosophy in the Premier League - ultimately failing because of player quality and a reluctance to change approach.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
For some reason the notice gave him a reluctance to go, making the rough tunnel look sinister.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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