appear reluctant
Frequency: 6.58.1 per million words
Used to describe the outward impression of being reluctant.
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Examples (10)
- The witness did appear reluctant to testify.
- He would appear reluctant to accept the offer, despite needing the job.
- She began to appear reluctant to join the team meetings.
- Why does he always appear reluctant to share his ideas?
- The dog seemed to appear reluctant to go for a walk in the rain.
- The government might appear reluctant to impose new taxes.
- Initially, they appeared reluctant to compromise on the terms.
- Despite her quiet nature, she never appears reluctant to speak her mind.
- They often appear reluctant to admit their mistakes.
- The child appeared reluctant to leave the playground.