reticence

Example Sentences

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But the solar industry now faces a reckoning from the loss of federal support, consumer reticence, and an increase in costs.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

Such baseless reticence only makes us more defiant and less inquisitive.

From Salon • Feb. 23, 2026

Over the years, many Catholics have wondered about the apparent contradiction between this open display of faith and the Gospel’s call for secrecy and public reticence in matters of religion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026

Less puzzling is the reticence of our allies.

From Slate • Jan. 20, 2026

She put off her sister’s reticence to that independent streak of hers.

From "In the Time of the Butterflies" by Julia Alvarez