seemingly reluctant

Examples (10)

• She was seemingly reluctant to accept the award.
• The child was seemingly reluctant to share his toys.
• Despite his seemingly reluctant demeanor, he performed brilliantly.
• He gave a seemingly reluctant nod, agreeing to the plan.
• The cat, seemingly reluctant at first, eventually warmed up to the visitor.
• They were seemingly reluctant to engage in the discussion.
• Her seemingly reluctant smile belied her true excitement.
• The government was seemingly reluctant to impose new regulations.
• Even though he was seemingly reluctant, he completed the task efficiently.
• The team captain, seemingly reluctant, eventually led them to victory.