hesitation
noun
the act of hesitating; a delay due to uncertainty of mind or fear.
hesitations
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pluralof hesitation.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Retailers with hesitations cite concerns over controlling consumer data, the customer experience, fraudulent purchases and inventory hoarding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
The same summer Pride made his professional debut, Amanda set aside her hesitations and joined a tee-ball league.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
Let’s start with the big “why” for your efforts, because that may solve all of your hesitations in one fell swoop.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 14, 2026
When you do have moments where you go I think this might be going too far or This is too mean-spirited, how do those hesitations manifest for you?
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2025
Hannah remembered the peculiar breathy hesitations Rachel had made when she spoke.
From "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen
