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An effective vaccine is the most anticipated resolution. This study aims to evaluate Jordanian intent to be vaccinated.<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:bold>Methods:<\/jats:bold> This is a cross-sectional web-based study. Sample characteristics were gathered, and the participants were classified according to the degree of COVID-19 risk based on the categories of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Participants' KAP toward COVID-19 were assessed, and two scores were calculated: knowledge score and practice score. The association between different sample characteristics and these scores was identified using binary logistical regressions. The participants' vaccination intention was evaluated and multinomial logistic regression was applied to identify the predictors of vaccination intention. Finally, the reasons behind the participants' vaccination refusal\/hesitation were determined and categorized into different groups.<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:bold>Results:<\/jats:bold> 1,144 participants were enrolled in the study (females = 66.5%). 30.4% of the participants were at high risk of COVID-19 complications, and 27.5% were at medium risk. Overall, participants' knowledge of COVID-19 symptoms, transmission methods, protective measures, and availability of cure were high (median of knowledge score = 17 out of 21). High protective practices were followed by many participants (median of practice score = 7 out of 10). 3.7% of participants were infected, and 6.4% suspected they were infected with the COVID-19 virus. 36.8% of the participants answered \u201cNo\u201d when asked if they would take the vaccine once it becomes available, and 26.4% answered, \u201cNot sure.\u201d The main reasons for the participants' vaccination refusal or hesitancy were concerns regarding the use of vaccines and a lack of trust in them.<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:bold>Conclusion:<\/jats:bold> Participants reported high refusal\/hesitancy. 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