as in unsure
having a mixture of opposing feelings
she's somewhat ambivalent about the relationship
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Recent Examples of ambivalent
In one of several photos released by the zoo on Friday, the rest of the herd appears ambivalent to Annie’s growing celebrity.
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Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 24 May 2025
The market seemed somewhat ambivalent to the news, with WBD stock dropping 0.82% as of noon on Wednesday.
—Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 14 May 2025
The unusual case of Officer McDonald illuminates the social setting of the crime and the majority community’s ambivalent attitudes about the police.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 5 May 2025
All this would amount to an ambivalent defense of the liberal order.
—Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
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Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 24 May 2025
The market seemed somewhat ambivalent to the news, with WBD stock dropping 0.82% as of noon on Wednesday.
—Ben Kesslen, Quartz, 14 May 2025
The unusual case of Officer McDonald illuminates the social setting of the crime and the majority community’s ambivalent attitudes about the police.
—Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 5 May 2025
All this would amount to an ambivalent defense of the liberal order.
—Hal Brands, Foreign Affairs, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ambivalent
Adjective
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The assassination of a former House Speaker in Minnesota sent shock waves throughout the political world, but lawmakers were unsure Monday if the violence will lead to long-term security changes in Connecticut.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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The middle manager stretched thin, unsure if their role is next to be automated.—
Daisy Auger-Domínguez,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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For one conflicted athlete, this was the most compelling reason to continue competing.—
Calum Marsh,
Rolling Stone,
14 June 2025
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There’s no macho posturing between the two guys – instead, Song has written them each as decent suitors to Johnson’s conflicted Lucy.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Like Tracy, the high school student, Jordan was afraid of the overpass.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2025
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The content creator and homebody is not afraid of canceling weekend plans to enjoy his rent.—
Steven Bertoni,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
Adjective
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Kwame was hesitant to take the plunge for several reasons, the most prominent being his mother's refusal to attend the wedding.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
13 June 2025
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Businesses that have invested years in tailoring their systems may be hesitant to risk functionality loss or reintegrate complex tools.—
Eric Giesecke,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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The impact of the decision is uncertain because immigrants could apply for legal status under other programs.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
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The bill now moves to the Senate, where its future is uncertain.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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“Ambivalent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ambivalent. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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