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The source denies the accusation of “dither”, saying it takes time to work out the right moves.

But sentimental pride in their “burden of leadership,” nonsensical dithering and a gathering fear that the surroundings hold impending doom to them personally, make even crafting the usual gibberish impossible.

The inquiry heard senior consultant Dr Stephen Brearey was "dithering" about reporting concerns about Letby because he was "influenced" by Ms Powell, who had said she could not have done anything wrong.

LaCivita and Wiles were completely unprepared for Harris’ nomination and Trump himself has been weak and dithering in responding.

But he told the programme Ukraine’s allies needed to be "firm" and "not signal this kind of dither and dilemma".