尻込み

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 尻込み is read as しりごみ and can mean “hesitation” or “drawing back”, depending on context.
• Basic usage: The examples show drawing back at a sheer cliff and hesitating over a difficult role.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Distinguishing senses and uses
  • It covers both a physical recoil and figurative reluctance caused by fear or uncertainty.