The last was a clear afterthought, and reluctant at that.
Henry was kind of reluctant at first but he seems perfectly content now.
He was reluctant to go along with the plan at first but then eventually did because of the money.
Laurel is reluctant at first but eventually accepts her father's decision.
They are most reluctant at times to reveal that which the soul lives by.
The two are reluctant at first but finally agree.
Although she's reluctant at first to sing, she finally does and becomes a star.
"Right now, he is reluctant and hesitant at a time when decisions are necessary."
Why are you so reluctant to look back at your very early Crucifixions?