unwilling

Example Sentences

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But he seemed unwilling to transform that imperfection into a constitutional defect in which counsel, in his view, still had “every opportunity” to make the point and did not.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

Approximately 800 ships are believed to have been stuck in the Gulf, many transporting oil and gas, and have been unable and unwilling to exit onto the open seas.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

But they have proved unwilling while the conflict rages.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

When she confronts him outside his workplace, he is unwilling to speak or make eye contact.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Moss left the door open, unwilling to risk the sound it might cause if he shut it.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro