Because he had nearly drowned as a child, he was reluctant to travel by sea.The state was reluctant to spend more money on a failed program.
The girls encouraged their reluctant friend to come horseback riding with them.
She went to the doctor with great reluctance.
His reluctance to answer indicated that he was protecting someone.
doubtful
reluctant
eager.
reluctantly
Goad means to drive or urge on. You can also use it as an object used to hurry up.1. The sergeant had to goad the reluctant soldiers into action.2. The cowhand used a goad to prod the sluggish cattle.
The Mouse Was RELUCTANT To Be Caught In The Mouse Trap.
As this was his day off he was reluctant to go into the office when the boss rang him for help.
He was reluctant to provide an example. They gave up the puppies reluctantly.
Her reaction the problem was reluctant.
Rebecca was reluctant to go to work and Jasmine also did not want to go
Jerry knew that the car at the dealership was a good deal, but he was reluctant to buy it because he didn't like the color.
I was reluctant when I came in last place for a race.
I was reluctant to enter the dilapidated hut for fear that the ceiling would collapse on me.
I am reluctant to give you any money I know you will waste it on drink.
She was reluctant at first, but then gave in and helped her sister clean her room ;)
She was reluctant at first, but then gave in and helped her sister clean her room ;)
The word reluctant is an adjective. It means to be unwilling.