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HESITATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Hesitate.

Hesitate - as a verb

Pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness

Example: "Authorities hesitate to quote exact figures"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wafflewaver
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing

Example: "The speaker paused"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pause
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
delay
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She hesitated for a moment before answering the question."
"I never hesitate to lend a helping hand to those in need."
"He hesitates whenever he is asked to speak in public."
"Don't hesitate to call me if you need any assistance."
"She hesitated to accept the job offer because of the low salary."
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Word Game Points

Is HESITATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hesitate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HESITATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is HESITATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hesitate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HESITATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is HESITATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hesitate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HESITATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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