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Hem and haw

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Conversational UsePlay
Mostly used in casual, informal conversations to show uncertainty or delay. SlideWhen choosing a dessert, she hemmed and hawed between cake and pie.
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It often implies frustration when someone can't make a decision promptly. SlideThe team hemmed and hawed, irritating the client who needed a quick answer.
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IndecisionPlay
Used to highlight someone's struggle to make a choice or take a stance. SlideHe hemmed and hawed over the menu, unable to decide what to order.