tentative
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The union representing actors has reached a tentative multiyear deal with the major studios and streamers on a new contract, making unlikely a repeat of the 2023 strikes that crippled Hollywood for several months.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
SAG-AFTRA reached a tentative multiyear deal with major studios and streamers, making a repeat of 2023 strikes unlikely.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026
The arena fell silent as the first half of the fight played out in tentative fashion, with both showing each other ultimate respect.
From BBC • May 2, 2026
German investor morale slid to its lowest level in over three years in April, a survey showed Tuesday, as the Middle East war threatens to snuff out a tentative recovery in Europe's top economy.
From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026
I glance over her shoulder at Morgan, who gives me a tentative smile.
From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli
Vocabulary lists containing tentative
Essential Academic Vocabulary for High School Students, List 4
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