tripping over
Example Sentences
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The film balances raw, emotional interviews of families still grappling with the fire’s aftermath with silly moments from the dugout, kids tripping over ball buckets or cheering on their teammates.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
She became worried about dementia when she noticed her short-term memory fading and that she was dropping things and tripping over her own feet.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 25, 2025
I kept tripping over a man carrying a large wooden cross.
From Slate • Oct. 28, 2024
Stacey Vint, 34, from Middlesbrough, headed towards officers before tripping over and falling to the ground at their feet, Teesside Crown Court heard.
From BBC • Aug. 9, 2024
They passed a couple walking back toward the pavilion arm in arm, the lady giggling as she held up her long skirts to avoid tripping over them on the uneven ground.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
