flounder

Example Sentences

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The 73-year-old had been out of management for more than six years and walked into a club that was floundering on and off the pitch.

From BBC

The Dutch coach who showed such a sure touch last season is suddenly floundering.

From BBC

Schultz, who has twice returned to Starbucks after previous leaders floundered, publicly admonished executives and board members for the company’s sales performance and urged them to get into stores to work alongside baristas.

From Seattle Times

But similar efforts have floundered in cities like New York.

From Los Angeles Times

Most of the 10 schools are in less-than-ideal position to swallow significant buyouts if the head coach flounders next season.

From Seattle Times