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as in unsure
unable or slow to make decisions
I was feeling indecisive, so it took me a while to pick a movie. He's always been an indecisive person.
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as in problematical
not causing something to be settled, final, or certain
The battle was indecisive, with both sides suffering heavy losses.
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Recent Examples of indecisive
Thus far this season, Sheppard, averaging 11.6 minutes per game, has struggled to get acclimated, often appearing timid and indecisive with the basketball.
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Rahat Huq, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
How can Ukraine win this fight with indecisive and half-hearted allies?
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Previously indecisive, Hurts took aim with confidence.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
The issue now comes before the notoriously gridlocked Federal Elections Commission, an agency that is often slow or indecisive when acting on campaign finance complaints.
—Laura Gersony, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Rahat Huq, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
How can Ukraine win this fight with indecisive and half-hearted allies?
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Previously indecisive, Hurts took aim with confidence.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
The issue now comes before the notoriously gridlocked Federal Elections Commission, an agency that is often slow or indecisive when acting on campaign finance complaints.
—Laura Gersony, The Arizona Republic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indecisive
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Meanwhile, police are unsure if the attacker acted on his own and are searching for other potential suspects.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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Bernardo, on as a substitute, was unsure whether to press Martinez or wait to track the run of Bruno Fernandes, who had rotated wide.—
Liam Tharme,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
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But Gregory remains skeptical, and while Tea might not be my favorite person, the way Dr. G is shifting blame and disrespecting his wife is hard to ignore.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
24 Feb. 2025
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Some experts and victims’ relatives remain skeptical that the suspects arrested were the true perpetrators.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN,
23 Feb. 2025
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While the courts may ultimately strike down the letter’s most problematic provisions, the damage to institutional autonomy and diversity efforts could be lasting.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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After a flurry of filings, including several unsuccessful attempts at dismissal, one problematic NBC News sit-down featuring the now middle-aged Jane Doe and other media duels, the whole matter was pulled on February 14 by the plaintiff with no explanation by Buzbee.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
18 Feb. 2025
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The second hour is still heavy on Ted, who is very conflicted about taking up a criminal defense case when his ex-prosecutor instinct is to assume anyone who needs a criminal defense attorney is inherently guilty.—
Angie Han,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Feb. 2025
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Trapped between warring factions and ruthless killers, the series delves into the emotional struggles of conflicted and flawed characters, each facing trauma, betrayal and life-or-death choices.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2025
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Alexander’s future Cornerback Jaire Alexander’s future in Green Bay remains uncertain.—
Matt Schneidman,
The Athletic,
25 Feb. 2025
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While international military and financial support have bolstered Ukraine’s resilience, the country confronts an uncertain future as peace talks, initiated by the Trump administration with the Kremlin, unfold against the backdrop of staggering human and economic losses.—
Katya Soldak,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Again, if the goal is to increase American manufacturing jobs, that's debatable.—
Nathaniel Rakich,
ABC News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Whether Chappelle needed this advice or not is debatable, given that Chappelle is undoubtedly a seasoned performer.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
20 Jan. 2025
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Despite the buzz around e-fuels as an alternative, their viability remains questionable.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Cincinnati The decision to hire Scott Satterfield was questionable, and nothing during his Bearcats tenure has changed those initial doubts, as Satterfield is 8-16 in two seasons.—
Antonio Morales,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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In an unsettled time, the most effective commercial messages are all about reassurance, togetherness and entertainment.—
Eric Deggans,
NPR,
9 Feb. 2025
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What's Next While temperatures are trending upward, the forecast indicates unsettled weather through the end of the month.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Indecisive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indecisive. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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