reticent
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The Greens also seem reticent to mention the "I" word unprompted.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
However, it could be much more reticent about prospects for future rate cuts given high energy prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
But speaking to the BBC, Vaughan-Spruce was reticent to say that Britain's abortion debate is being influenced by America.
From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026
Disney’s struggles with succession over the decades have become epic dramas filled with false starts, larger-than-life leaders reticent to go and allegations of hollow searches for a new CEO.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026
With Therry and Ser Bartimus he was less reticent.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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