reluctant – adj. feeling or showing doubt about doing something; not willing or eager to do something

strategic – adj. of or relating to a general plan that is created to achieve a goal, particularly in war, politics or business, usually over a long period of time

shift – n. a change in position or direction

arrogance – n. an insulting way of thinking or behaving that comes from believing that you are better, smarter or more important than other people

response – n. something that is done as a reaction to something else

eager – adj. feeling a strong and impatient desire to do something or for something

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