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A giant inflated representation of the cartoon character Underdog sits irresolutely in the gallery too, while video montages show him performing frantic acts of heroism fueled by energizing vitamin pills.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2011

Experience has taught observers to rule out the pedestrian who climbs a cable and poises irresolutely before the swan dive.

From Time Magazine Archive

Abashed, Mussolini murmured: "Then I have made a mistake?" turned irresolutely on his heel.

From Time Magazine Archive

Somewhat irresolutely Japanese North China Chief-of-Staff Colonel Takashi Sakai said that Japan had given the Chinese Government until June 20 to carry out the demands, but might extend this period of grace.

From Time Magazine Archive

He followed irresolutely for a little distance, half a pace behind her.

From "1984" by George Orwell