as in hesitation
lack of willingness to assert oneself and take risks
his faintheartedness got the better of him, and he backed off from the ski trail intended for experts
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Republican support But other Republicans had no hesitation in backing her.—
David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 12 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, Butler had initial hesitation in going to the Bay.—
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Trump’s threats have sent an icy jolt of fear through the land, and Canadian opinions have suddenly shifted on pipelines and other questions.—
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Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) used Kennedy’s confirmation as the latest example of Republicans secretly opposing Trump’s nominees but bending to his will out of fear.—
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But investigators have since sought to quell those concerns.—
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Investors sold off shares of some popular companies following a weak forecast from retail giant Walmart, which raised concerns about the economic outlook.—
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Eventually, optimism and relief won over fears and worries, rallying stocks.—
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Democrats have criticized the group’s reach, expressing worry that Musk has too much control over governmental operations.—
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While some financial hiccups are normal in early adulthood, ongoing instability could signal deeper struggles with budgeting, impulsivity or even financial anxiety.—
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Merz vowed to bring stronger leadership in Europe at a moment when Trump had sowed anxiety on the continent by scrambling traditional alliances and embracing Russia.—
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“Faintheartedness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/faintheartedness. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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