Synonyms of hesitate

Antonyms of hesitate

Collocations of hesitate

hesitate to
Frequency: 80 %

I didn't hesitate to ask for help when I needed it.

hesitate before
Frequency: 65 %

She hesitated before making a decision.

hesitate over
Frequency: 60 %

They hesitated over which route to take.

hesitate in
Frequency: 45 %

He hesitated in responding to the difficult question.

hesitate at
Frequency: 30 %

She hesitated at the thought of leaving her job.

Idiomatic Expressions for hesitate

  • Phrase: He who hesitates is lost
    Meaning: Acting slowly or indecisively can result in missing out on opportunities
    Usage: This phrase is used to emphasize the importance of making quick decisions and taking action.