tentative

Example Sentences

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For some in Dandong, North Korea's tentative reopening kindled hope of returning home.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

But this week, when they finally struck a tentative deal, it did more than avoid the embarrassment of a work stoppage.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Four days later, the Justice Department and Live Nation announced a tentative agreement that would allow the company to avoid a breakup.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

County judge, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because California court regulations largely bar judges from speaking with the media, echoed Hochman’s concern that an AI-generated tentative ruling could create bias.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

He made a tentative chicken-step into the room.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles