faltered
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As on day one and two, Australia have held firm and their opponents faltered.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
And as the West’s confidence faltered, its adversaries and its rivals only grew more assertive, building up their own wealth and their own power in our stead.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026
Gold prices have faltered, falling back from record highs earlier this year and sliding further in recent months amid rising bond yields and rate-hike uncertainty.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
With 1,884 yards, 18 touchdowns and only one interception while completing 75% of his passes this season, Orange High’s junior quarterback has rarely faltered when dropping back.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026
Tansy held her ground, and Aunt Fanny faltered.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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