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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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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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
John Baldoni, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Good, for her part, has never wavered in her support.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Adam Price, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2025
Additionally, trust in Trump’s respect for democracy wavers when compared to his leadership skills, the poll found.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2025
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Verb
This advice was from Michelle Singletary, who spoke on NPR’s 1A about the angst and fear that many of us are feeling about the wavering state of our economy.
—John Baldoni, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Good, for her part, has never wavered in her support.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
Not even that international embarrassment could make Denmark waver in its partnership with the United States.
—Adam Price, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2025
Additionally, trust in Trump’s respect for democracy wavers when compared to his leadership skills, the poll found.
—Kate Linderman, Miami Herald, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for waver
Adjective
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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
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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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Anyone who was at either of the Grapevine locations March 28-30 and is unvaccinated or unsure of their vaccination status is at risk of contracting measles, Tarrant officials said.—
Matt Leclercq,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2025
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By noon, Alejandro was unsure whether his teams were actually aligned or just eager to move on.—
Tom Roberts,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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And those tariffs will fuel another wave of scams and attacks, as businesses and shoppers in America and elsewhere react to the newly uncertain climate.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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Here’s how to protect yourself Investing in uncertain times: Here’s what investors should know Private equity wants a larger piece of workplace retirement plan assets Debt glorification is not the only bad advice being peddled on the internet.—
Sheila Bair, former Chair of the FDIC,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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What’s more, these narrators commonly achieve their spectral detachment only in the ambivalent or ruinous aftermath of procreation.—
Jordan Kisner,
The Atlantic,
4 Apr. 2025
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France has often been ambivalent — even resistant — toward the #MeToo movement.—
John Leicester,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Hoult is coming off a trio of starring turns late last year that showcased his range, playing a cold white supremacist in Justin Kurzel’s The Order, a conflicted husband in Clint Eastwood’s Juror No. 2, and a man fighting a despicable vampire in Robert Egger’s lush Gothic drama Nosferatu.—
Borys Kit,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Mar. 2025
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Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform Friday morning, celebrating the probable aversion of a partial government shutdown in comments that will likely drive a deeper wedge between conflicted Democrats.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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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
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This indecisive time period is perfect for cleaning out your closet.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Johnson is grappling with at least a dozen House Republicans who are opposed to the bill and more who are undecided.—
Andrew Solender,
Axios,
8 Apr. 2025
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Massie is a firm no, other Republicans are undecided For the bill to pass in the House, Johnson can only afford to lose one Republican vote, assuming that all members are present and voting and Democrats oppose the bill.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
11 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Buffalo also had an inspiring end to the season two years ago, and that’s what has made fans skeptical that this late-season run means much.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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But people remain skeptical, and some commentary isn't helping.—
Susan Tompor,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Waver.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/waver. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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