vacillation

[US]/ˌvæsi'leiʃən/
[UK]/ˌvæsɪˈleʃən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. hesitation; indecisiveness; wavering.

Example Sentences

to oppose all vacillation and compromise

His constant vacillation made him an unfit administrator.

She couldn't make a decision due to her vacillation.

His vacillation between two options is causing delays.

The vacillation in his speech showed his uncertainty.

Her vacillation on the matter made it difficult to move forward.

Vacillation can sometimes be a sign of inner conflict.

The team's vacillation on the strategy led to missed opportunities.

His vacillation between work and travel is causing stress.

The vacillation in her emotions was evident in her expressions.

Vacillation can hinder progress and decision-making.

Their vacillation on the project timeline is affecting the team's morale.

Real-world Examples

There is vacillation in his k's and self-esteem in his capitals.

Source: The Sign of the Four

But Trump has remained determined to carry out his trade agenda, in contrast to his vacillations on other issues.

Source: Time

You might think that the government's vacillations are ancient history or that doing the right thing is more important than saying it.

Source: The Economist (Summary)

And I think that's some of what he'd seen this week and the vacillations on immigration are all over the place.

Source: NPR News August 2016 Compilation

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