foundered

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Instead, they foundered in the breeze, squeezing out whatever bitter juice was left in a dirge that would prove to drag on for at least another week.

From Slate • Feb. 23, 2026

Earlier efforts to establish a U.S. rare-earth industry foundered because China has flooded the market, undermining the business case.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026

Sure enough, just days after a 2-0 home win against Athletic Club in the Champions League, Newcastle foundered on the road once again - despite going ahead through Harvey Barnes.

From BBC • Nov. 9, 2025

And for decades, every attempt to create legal access has foundered on the rocky shoals of property rights and lumbering bureaucracy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2025

Once, Melynlas nearly foundered in a deep pool.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander