faltered
Example Sentences
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As the economy faltered, an orderly, healthy home could be sold as a form of salvation, with prosperity seemingly within reach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
Businesses have shuttered, hospitals have had to turn to generators that have occasionally faltered, and residents have been scrambling to charge phones and refrigerate food.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
As pensions became scarce, Americans were forced to save for their own retirements — and many faltered.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
Despite great regular seasons, the Los Angeles Chargers have faltered in the play-offs but they are now healthy again and new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel looks a perfect fit for talented quarterback Justin Herbert.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
The rhythm of his steps never faltered, never slowed.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
