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reluctant

Pronunciation: [rɪˈlʌk.tənt]

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Learn how to use reluctant in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “attitude”

(adjective) when someone is not very eager or willing to do something. It’s like when you have to do a chore you don’t want to do, you might feel reluctant.

Example

She was reluctant to go to the party, but she knew she would have fun.

Example

He was eager to participate in the game, not reluctant at all.

Example

Are you feeling reluctant about trying that new food?

How to pronounce reluctant

Pronunciation: [rɪˈlʌk.tənt]

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