Trying
Uncertain
Uncertain adjective - Likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly.
Trying and uncertain are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Trying" instead an adjective "Uncertain".
Nearby Words: uncertainty, uncertainly
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Also cited by Eamon, but uncertain whether he was sincere or whether he was just trying to use it as a lever on Joanne.
Source: Literature / Weather Wardens -
It's uncertain whether he's deliberately creating a bridge for you, or trying to run you over.
Source: Bridge Logic -
It could simply be that he was trying to be inconspicuous in his stalking, and was uncertain how to handle having the object of his obsession right in front of him.
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