hesitate

US /ˈhez.ə.teɪt/
UK /ˈhez.ə.teɪt/
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hésiter, balancer

pause before saying or doing something, especially through uncertainty

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She hesitated for a moment before answering the difficult question.
Elle hésita un instant avant de répondre à la question difficile.
Don't hesitate to ask if you need help.
N’hésitez pas à demander si vous avez besoin d’aide.