hems and haws

A form of hem and haw — To discuss, deliberate, or contemplate rather than taking action or making up one's mind.

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Meanings

verb
  1. indicativepresentsingularthird personthird-person singular simple present indicative of hem and haw
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hems and haws. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 5, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/hems%20and%20haws

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