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  • past tense form of stump.
  • past participle of stump.
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stumped

[stuhmpt] / stʌmpt /


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But so far she hasn’t stumped for him, instead lobbing veiled criticisms of Talarico’s efforts to win over Black voters.

From Slate Aug. 14, 2026

In the fifth over, Sooryavanshi looked primed to attack the off-spin of Will Jacks, only to run past a flatter one and be stumped.

From BBC Jul. 4, 2026

When the vehicles violate traffic laws, some police have been stumped as to how to hold the driverless cars accountable.

From BBC May 2, 2026

Celebrities including Brad Pitt and Diane Keaton stumped for the Zumthor design at the meeting, eclipsing the voices of many citizens who questioned the project — and the board voted unanimously to release the funds.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 8, 2026

He attempted an exploratory walk, leaning on his banner as he stumped gingerly around the room.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques




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