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Hestated

Definition:

(verb) The act of hesitating or showing reluctance to proceed or make a decision.

(adjective) Describing someone or something that is hesitant or not confident in their actions.

Senses:

1. (verb) To pause or delay in uncertainty before taking action.

2. (adjective) Indicating a lack of confidence or uncertainty in behavior or actions.

Usage:

1. (verb) Despite knowing the right answer, she hestated before providing a response.

2. (verb) He hestated at the crossroads, unsure which path to take.

3. (adjective) The hestated driver caused a traffic jam by constantly changing lanes.

4. (adjective) The hestated decision ultimately led to missed opportunities.

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