1
as in to hesitate
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
he's still wavering about whether to take the job
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2
as in hesitation
a state or an instance of temporary inaction because of uncertainty about the right course of action
after a moment's wavering, she accepted his proposal
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as in irresolute
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1
as in hesitating
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
he's still wavering about whether to take the job
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2
as in faltering
to swing unsteadily back and forth or from side to side
the steel tower wavered for a moment before falling over
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Recent Examples of waver
Ken Belson, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Factor in only 19 wins and it’s been a rough patch for the Hornets, yet Lee never wavered.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 12 Apr. 2025
Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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Verb
The upheaval on top of wavering consumer demand has left Ms. Hoffman in a bind.
—Ken Belson, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Factor in only 19 wins and it’s been a rough patch for the Hornets, yet Lee never wavered.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 12 Apr. 2025
Noun
Europe faces a towering challenge as the full-scale war in Ukraine enters its fourth year and American support for the conflict — and for the continent as a whole — wavers.
—Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waver
Adjective
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The situation is impossible, irresolute— the B.J. Vineses and priests of the world shouldn’t get to walk away scot free.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
14 Apr. 2025
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The prevailing sense among investors and market handicappers entering the month was to expect choppy, irresolute action full of potential scares.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
12 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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Investing Too Much, Too Soon AI is evolving rapidly, leaving businesses unsure whether to be pioneers, early adopters or cautious followers.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Scientists were initially unsure what was confronting them in the dark.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The name was recently added to CNBC Pro’s All-Weather Stock List, as some analysts have pointed to its resilience amid the uncertain macro environment.—
Sean Conlon,
CNBC,
26 Apr. 2025
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The uncertain fate of his best friend impacts Si-eun throughout the season.—
Kayti Burt,
Time,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Steel’s children had been intrigued by the song’s name, but seemed ambivalent about its lyrics, which mostly concern partying.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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According to a 2022 Gallup Poll, 54% of Gen-Z employees, slightly higher than any other generation, are ambivalent or not engaged at work.—
Lynn Smith,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Fiennes has been nominated for an Emmy, seven Golden Globes, and three Academy Awards, including for his turn as a conflicted cardinal in the papal thriller Conclave (2024).—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Such conflicted feeling tend to lead to inaction and postponing decision making, rather than just making adjustments, like trading down.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The 29-year-old was exceptional in the Champions League quarter-final second leg against PSG, but was indecisive on the ball in the first leg at the Parc des Princes.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Trump has downplayed concerns that his seemingly indecisive policy pronouncements may contribute to uneasiness among consumers and businesses.—
Scott Neuman,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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If Rodgers remains undecided, Ole Miss’ Jaxson Dart should be an option for the Steelers.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Nine percent remain undecided, according to the survey commissioned by the left-wing firm Data for Progress.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Listen, many Gomez fans were skeptical when the singer confirmed her relationship with the prolific music producer back in December 2023.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
25 Apr. 2025
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Some are skeptical given his slight wingspan and arm length and wonder if a move to left guard may eventually be necessary.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Waver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waver. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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