stammered

Example Sentences

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I stammered inane commentary as my eyes tried to refocus.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2025

Then, after he thanked his family, his co-workers, and HBO, the internet’s favorite bachelor daddy stammered, “I’m going to have a panic attack and I’m going to leave.”

From Salon • Feb. 25, 2024

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

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2023

Members of the audience stammered in response and some shook their heads in video from the board meeting.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2023

“I-I’m not really dressed for fishing,” I stammered.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry