Hesitating — synonyms, definition

1. hesitating (Adjective)

hesitant

hesitating (Adjective) — Lacking decisiveness of character; unable to act or decide quickly or firmly. ex. "The hesitating seconds seemed to last forever"

2. hesitating (Verb)

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hesitating (Verb) — Pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness. ex. "Authorities hesitate to quote exact figures"

hesitating (Verb) — Interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing. ex. "The speaker hesitated"

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