Example Sentences

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More than 20 countries have said they are ready to help “ensure safe passage through the strait,” but many of them will hesitate to enter an active war zone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Investors will still be assessing whether a rise in energy prices means the Fed will hesitate to lower interest rates.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

History suggests they will hesitate before eventually caving to his will.

From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026

Even amoral or timorous lawyers will hesitate to misbehave if it becomes clear that doing so endangers their livelihood.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2025

“And don’t think we will hesitate to do this!”

From "Bomb" by Steve Sheinkin