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Definition of Hem and haw
1. Verb. Utter 'hems' and 'haws'; indicated hesitation. "They hem and haw a long time"; "He hemmed and hawed when asked to address the crowd"
Definition of Hem and haw
1. Verb. (idiomatic) (US) To discuss, deliberate, or contemplate rather than taking action or making up one's mind. ¹
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