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adverbial phrase

  • In a manner marked by uncertainty, delay, or reluctance before speaking or acting.

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He penetrated into the teeth of the Heat’s defense with ease, blowing past defenders and mixing in hesitation moves to find open teammates and attack the basket.

From Washington Post

And, though I bit my lip in hesitation, he must have seen the curiosity burning in my eyes.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer

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  • in a holding pattern
  • waveringly
  • after some thought
  • with a pause

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  • full steam ahead
  • without a second thought
  • in a heartbeat

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