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Hesitate over Meaning in English

expression

HEZ-uh-tayt OH-vur
HES-i-tayt OH-vuh

Definição

To pause or be unsure about making a decision or taking action, usually because you are uncertain or nervous about it.

Uso & Nuances

Usually followed by what the person is unsure about ('hesitate over a decision'). Slightly formal; common in written English. Synonyms: 'waffle', 'dither'; less common in conversation than simply 'hesitate' or 'think twice about'.

Frases de Exemplo

She always hesitates over big decisions.

basic

Don’t hesitate over what to order, just pick something!

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He hesitated over signing the contract.

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They spent hours hesitating over the color for the living room.

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If you hesitate over every detail, you'll never finish.

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People often hesitate over whether to speak up in meetings.

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