faltered
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As pensions became scarce, Americans were forced to save for their own retirements — and many faltered.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
But the D.C. economy that drove that influx of young professionals has faltered since the pandemic.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 1, 2026
But exports in the region have faltered since the beginning of the Russia-Ukraine war over two-and-a-half years ago, with levels falling off dramatically in July as hostilities in the waterway deepened.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
The UK economy saw a strong start to the year, but growth then faltered with the conflict in the Middle East affecting some businesses.
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026
He faltered when he looked at Leo, who was mimicking taking notes with an air pencil.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
