tentative
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OTTAWA—Canadian producer prices declined in June, marking the first month-over-month drop in five months, after a tentative accord between the U.S. and Iran led to lower energy prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The drop in producer prices followed a tentative June agreement between the U.S. and Iran to halt military actions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
At its June meeting, just after a tentative agreement to re-open the Strait of Hormuz, the Bank held interest rates, but oil prices have since risen.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
Fleetwood looked slightly tentative with approaches, perhaps wary of Birkdale biting back and shattering his dreams.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
Jesper waited for a count of sixty, then dropped his collar and took a tentative breath.
From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo
Vocabulary lists containing tentative
Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 4
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The SAT: Words to Capture Tone, List 6
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