considerable hesitation

Frequency: 6.55.8 per million words

Describes a long or significant period of hesitation.

hesitationADJECTIVE + hesitation

Categories:

considerable

Examples (10)

  • After considerable hesitation, she finally accepted the job offer.
  • There was considerable hesitation from the committee before they approved the controversial proposal.
  • He spoke with considerable hesitation, weighing every word carefully.
  • Despite his considerable hesitation, he knew he had to confront the issue.
  • The project faced considerable hesitation due to budget constraints.
  • Her initial considerable hesitation was understandable given the risks involved.
  • We observed considerable hesitation in his testimony, raising suspicions.
  • The CEO's decision came after considerable hesitation and internal debate.
  • There was a period of considerable hesitation as the team considered their next move.
  • Showing considerable hesitation, she eventually confessed the truth.