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hesitating

HEH-zih-tay-tihng
adj
1
Pausing or acting slowly because of uncertainty or reluctance.
"He gave a hesitating nod, clearly not fully convinced."

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In plain EnglishShowing hesitation — slow, uncertain, or reluctant in manner.

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