stammered

Example Sentences

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“Tim, I'm focused on the future,” Vance stammered before an ineffective attempt to deflect.

From Salon • Oct. 3, 2024

He looked away, stammered and mumbled “I don’t know” before appearing to turn toward the person running the session for some help.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2023

"He stammered and asked us not to misinterpret his intentions," she says.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2023

The financial crisis hit, fund-raising stammered, designs were pared, new leaders cycled through and plans for an opening were delayed a half dozen times.

From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2023

“I didn’t mean you...I mean, I didn’t know how it worked here,” stammered Gregor.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins