faltered

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The timing also is fortuitous for Walt Disney Co. at a moment when its other once-reliable franchises such as “Star Wars” and Marvel have faltered.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

Sophia Dunkley's form faltered and Amy Jones was promoted.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

Fraud may have toppled subprime auto lender Tricolor last year, but other finance companies that sell bonds backed by their car loans also faltered.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Hong Kong’s Hang Seng declined 1.1% as mining and energy companies faltered.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

The voice of Legolas faltered, and the song ceased.

From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien