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indecision

American  
[in-di-sizh-uhn] / ˌɪn dɪˈsɪʒ ən /

noun

  1. inability to decide.


Etymology

Origin of indecision

First recorded in 1755–65; in- 3 + decision

Example Sentences

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But it doesn’t and the real victim of the indecision is Powell, who is rarely given a reaction to play.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 18, 2026

Further, will that period of indecision stoke safe-haven bets that will boost U.S.

From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026

Once Rangers made it 2-1, Celtic had nothing left, only more indecision, more doubt and more tactical switches that defied logic.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

“If this dynamic continues, indecision in gold’s price movements is likely to persist in the near term,” he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 24, 2025

Something like fear or, indecision crept into the bear’s eyes as the cat advanced; she shuffled back a step with lowered head.

From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford