indecision
noun
in·de·ci·sion
ˌin-di-ˈsi-zhən 
: a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution
Examples of indecision in a Sentence
They were paralyzed by indecision.
her indecision about where to go for dinner, while everyone was getting hungrier by the minute, was frustrating
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Besides being undeniably delicious, these creations put an end to indecision, offering two craveable recipes in each bite.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
City Attorney Leslie Devaney said the indecision would leave Del Mar without a representative at SANDAG.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
This is also a poor day to shop, because confusion, deceit and indecision are in the picture.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
City Attorney Leslie Devaney said the indecision would leave Del Mar without a representative at SANDAG.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
This is also a poor day to shop, because confusion, deceit and indecision are in the picture.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 8 Jan. 2026
Food halls Food halls are our answer to group indecision.
—Eric Barton, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for indecision
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“Indecision.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indecision. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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indecision
noun
in·de·ci·sion
ˌin-di-ˈsizh-ən
: slowness or trouble in making up one's mind
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