totter
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
If New York falls, the entire free world may again totter on its foundations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 29, 2025
Still, over the years, he’s occasionally been accused by critics of making his models — particularly the women — suffer, binding their arms to their sides or having them totter down runways in inhumane shoes.
From New York Times • Mar. 4, 2022
Next we made a short descent to totter over tide pools, marveling at neon-green anemones, until a hefty spray of salty water showered us from the spouting horn of Thor’s Well.
From Washington Post • Jul. 1, 2021
Between weeks two and three, they learn to stand, totter around like furry drunks, then walk steadily.
From BBC • Dec. 23, 2018
Though my feet and body crave to rest, through halfopen eyes, I lean on Kim and totter on.
From "First They Killed My Father: A Daughter of Cambodia Remembers" by Loung Ung
Vocabulary lists containing totter
"Everyday Use" by Alice Walker
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Beowulf vocabulary
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
25 Ways of Walking
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
