clear reluctance

Frequency: 7.010.2 per million words

Unwillingness that is easy to see or understand.

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Examples (10)

  • The committee noted a clear reluctance among members to accept the new policy.
  • His clear reluctance to engage in the debate was evident to everyone.
  • There was a clear reluctance from the team to work overtime on the weekend.
  • Despite the incentives, a clear reluctance to participate remained.
  • Her clear reluctance to discuss the matter made him suspicious.
  • The manager observed a clear reluctance among the staff to adopt the new system.
  • A clear reluctance to compromise stalled the negotiations.
  • We perceived a clear reluctance on their part to admit their mistake.
  • Even with repeated reassurances, his clear reluctance to try the new food was amusing.
  • The government's clear reluctance to address the issue sparked public outcry.