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Term: Hem and Haw

Description:

Hem and Haw is a phrase that refers to the act of hesitating, wavering, or indecisiveness in speech or action. It can also depict the act of stalling or creating delays in order to avoid making a decision.

Sample Sentences:

As a Verb:

1. She hemmed and hawed for minutes before finally giving her opinion.

2. The politician hemmed and hawed, avoiding directly answering the question.

As an Adjective:

1. His hem-and-haw approach to decision-making often frustrated his colleagues.

2. The hem-and-haw attitude of the management team led to confusion among the employees.

As a Noun:

1. Her constant hemming and hawing made it difficult to have a productive conversation.

2. The hem and haw of the board members prolonged the decision-making process.

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