Hang back and Teeter

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Hang back

Hang back verb - To show uncertainty about the right course of action.
Usage example: even though the young mother wanted the job, she still hung back because she wasn't sure if she should spend time away from her family
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Teeter and hang back are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Teeter" instead a verb "Hang back".

Teeter

Teeter verb - To show uncertainty about the right course of action.
Usage example: was teetering on the brink of making a decision about college
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Hang back and teeter are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Hang back" instead a verb "Teeter".
Nearby Words: teetered, teetering

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