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problem	a question or circumstance that causes difficulty or uncertainty. [1/3 definitions]
quandary	a situation of uncertainty, puzzlement, or hesitation; dilemma.
question	something for which there is no clear answer at present; a matter of uncertainty, puzzlement, or controversy. [1/8 definitions]
question mark	a punctuation mark (?) used after a word, phrase, or sentence to indicate a direct question, or to indicate doubt or uncertainty; interrogation mark. [1/2 definitions]
reluctance	a state of unwillingness or disinclination, often arising from uncertainty or doubt.
suspense	a state of excitement or anxiety resulting from uncertainty or mystery. [2/3 definitions]
suspenseful	giving one a feeling of excitement or anxiety because of uncertainty about what may happen or what may be revealed.
uh	used to show hesitation or uncertainty, often unintentionally, as in collecting one's thoughts.
unequivocal	allowing no doubt or uncertainty; clear and definite.
waver¹	to show indecision or uncertainty; vacillate. [1/6 definitions]

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