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adj. - Lacking decisiveness of character.

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Usage examples (38)
  • Verb (used without object), : She hesitated to take the job. ,He hesitated to break the law. ,I hesitated before reciting the next line....
  • The experience of not hesitating is what I believe required the formation of Model Muggers.
  • "Different things," said Ellen, hesitating from the remembrance of her aunt's manner the night before.
  • So taking the creationist line or hesitating is a very understandable reaction for a practical politician.
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