hanging back (Meaning)

hanging back

to be reluctant, to be unwilling to do something, to linger behind others, to drag behind others

The shy student hung back during group discussions, preferring to listen rather than contribute.
The timid kitten hung back from its more assertive siblings, watching from a distance.
The cautious hiker hung back, observing the rugged terrain before venturing forward.
The hesitant investor hung back, waiting for the right moment to enter the market.
The reserved neighbor hung back at the park, keeping a respectful distance from others.
The secretive figure hung back in the shadows, avoiding detection.
The conflicted decision-maker hung back, weighing the pros and cons of each choice.
The introverted teenager hung back at parties, preferring to observe rather than participate.
The superstitious traveler hung back from the ancient ruins, fearing a curse.
The wary animal hung back, detecting a potential threat in the environment.

to be reluctant, to be unwilling to do something, to linger behind others, to drag behind others

faltering,hesitating,wabbling, dithering, staggering, balancing, waiting, wavering, scrupling, halting

diving (in),plunging (in), stirring, continuing,deciding,advancing

The shy student hung back during group discussions, preferring to listen rather than contribute.

The timid kitten hung back from its more assertive siblings, watching from a distance.

The cautious hiker hung back, observing the rugged terrain before venturing forward.

The hesitant investor hung back, waiting for the right moment to enter the market.