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Hesitate
Subtle Hesitation![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Use 'hesitate' to imply a brief, almost undetectable pause due to uncertainty or thinking. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/xT4ZUu8cg9jI5yoiflos6NbZnvg.webp)
Indecision Shown![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
'Hesitate' often shows someone's indecision, even if the pause is very short. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/QVlo5cJ4FQnwBRPwJ4Lw4b7bapM.webp)
Negative Connotation![Play](https://cdn-wordup.com/WebsiteImages/DictionaryPics/BlackPlay.svg)
Hesitation can imply doubt or lack of confidence, which can be negative in some contexts. ![Slide](https://word-images.cdn-wordup.com/tips/yUwsBewwlJ6kHhhMLCg7lVOtQ.webp)