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Vacillate

Definition

(formal) To hesitate or waver in one's decisions, opinions, or actions, often due to indecision, uncertainty, or conflicting desires. Typically collocates with 'between', 'over', or 'about'.

Example Sentences

1The government has been accused of vacillating over its stance on climate change, failing to implement decisive policies.
2After much deliberation, she finally decided not to vacillate and made a firm commitment to pursue her dream career.
3The company's leadership team was criticized for vacillating between competing strategies, leading to a lack of clear direction.
4It's essential to avoid vacillating about your goals and priorities, as this can undermine your confidence and motivation.
5Historians have long debated whether the monarch's tendency to vacillate between different factions contributed to the downfall of the dynasty.

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