reluctant

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Adams was reluctant to categorize his sensibility, but he acknowledged that he gravitated toward plays “that have some invitation for design innovation while being centered on human beings.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Even so, drawing in local figures has helped to break the "spiral of silence" some Fidesz-dominated rural communities, where opposition supporters previously felt isolated or reluctant to express their views, Zsiga added.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

He said he is reluctant to pass along cost increases to his customers, who include working professionals like teachers and pilots.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

The recent single 2Sided depicts a night where Parks was reluctant to leave the house; only finding motivation in the chance she'd bump into her crush.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Garrett turned out to be very reluctant to reveal Booth and Herold’s whereabouts.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson