stumble

Example Sentences

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Illinois bolted an early 15-3 lead as USC stumbled out of the gate, turning the ball over four times in the first six minutes and missing seven of its first eight shots.

From Los Angeles Times

Mason had stumbled over her words and talked about iguanas and the price of coffee as she reported on the day's sports events.

From BBC

She stumbled over several words and spoke about everything from the price of coffee in Italy to iguanas in the United States, leaving her co-hosts in the studio bemused.

From Barron's

Liu looks to end a 20-year podium drought for U.S. women after finishing third in the short program, while Glenn stumbles into the free skate in 13th place.

From Los Angeles Times

He said it would be "completely disorientating" and someone could stumble and fall with water "continually coming over you".

From BBC