1
as in panic
a state of nervous or irritated concern
Grandma usually gets in a dither if I don't make my weekly call
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as in butterflies
a sense of panic or extreme nervousness
we were all in a dither while we waited for the test results
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as in to hesitate
to show uncertainty about the right course of action
we dithered all afternoon over whether to go to the park or to the movies and ended up doing neither
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Recent Examples of dither
David D. Kirkpatrick, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2024
And as the bodies pile up in the streets, the U.N. dithers with resolutions.
—Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press, 3 Sep. 2023
George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Among other things, Albertsons’ asserted that Kroger dithered on divestiture deals that might have met the FTC’s objections.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Democrats are raising alarms that Vladimir Putin could advance on Kyiv while Congress dithers.
—David D. Kirkpatrick, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2024
And as the bodies pile up in the streets, the U.N. dithers with resolutions.
—Mitch Albom, Detroit Free Press, 3 Sep. 2023
Verb
In 2025, my hope for the world is that governments and institutions will finally stop dithering and focus on solutions that deliver the best returns.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
Among other things, Albertsons’ asserted that Kroger dithered on divestiture deals that might have met the FTC’s objections.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dither
Noun
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Uncertainty is scary, but fear, panic and worry add insult to injury—another layer of stress.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Amid federal workforce layoffs and concerns about the economic impact of his trade policies—which have already sparked panic in the U.S. stock market—several CEOs have voiced doubts about the president's agenda.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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If someone pops up out of the blue, don’t hesitate to connect with them.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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These jets were responsible for Nasrallah's demise, and Israel will not hesitate to strike other Hezbollah leaders as necessary.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
Newsweek,
26 Feb. 2025
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Even a timed exclusivity window for Half-Life 3 on SteamOS could push a lot of early adopters to see what all the fuss is about without excluding those who refuse to switch away from Windows.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
1 Mar. 2025
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The Oxo Brew 9-Cup is the perfect drip coffee maker and consistently provides a delicious cup of joe without a lot of fuss.—
Terri Williams,
Architectural Digest,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The ability to navigate workforce reductions while continuing to invest in leadership development will distinguish thriving organizations from those that falter in the coming years.—
Jason Wingard,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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However, after transitioning to WWE's main roster, Black's momentum faltered, and he was ultimately released in 2021.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
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Volunteers were charged around 25 cents per huff, bringing in good profit for those who’d invested in the necessary gas tanks, tubes, and breathing bags.—
Oshan Jarow,
Vox,
7 Dec. 2018
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The huffs and hums, produced by two women standing face-to-face and vocalizing from their throats, is believed to be one of the oldest music forms in the world.—
Lale Arikoglu,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Aug. 2024
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The waggish jeer that subverts the Reich Chancellery, designed by Adolf Hitler's chief architect, Albert Speer, must have sent the woman who chastises children for flatulent folly into a tizzy.—
Natasha Gural,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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When photos of Mangione hit social media, users across platforms went into a tizzy.—
Stephan Pechdimaldji,
Newsweek,
13 Dec. 2024
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The gyms are experiencing their first round of celebrity sweat, and local stores sell fresh juices and overpriced lattes.—
Shikhar Sachdev,
thehustle.co,
21 Feb. 2025
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Like Kim, each won reelection in 2024 without breaking too much of a sweat, but these GOP lawmakers in an unfavorable political environment could become major Democratic targets.—
David Mark,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Dither.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dither. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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