How do you use reticence in a sentence?

Answer 1

Norm was quite talkative among friends, but reticent among people he did not know well.

Note that "reticent" means quiet, but it is often confused with "hesitant" or "reluctant". It is therefore not correct to say someone was "reticent to speak up".

Answer 2

Have you seen Don Knotts in 'The Reluctant Astronaut'?

I was reluctant to see that movie.

Don't be so reluctant all the time.

People sometimes could be reluctant to get a person's attention.

I find myself reluctant to respond to that statement.

Answer 3

Mary was reticent or reluctant about bungee jumping off of the cliff.

Answer 4

I was reticent to reveal the source of my information.

The old man was not simply reticent, but was embarrassed because he had no teeth.

Answer 5

I was reticent about revealing the source of my information. She was never reticent about her dislike for Country Music. He was reticent to tell the truth for fear he would be punished.

Answer 6

a retentive memory is a great asset for any actor especially one who performs on stage.

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Answer 7

If I remain reticent the police may stop questioning me!