faltering

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Raman’s strong showing in Thursday’s poll shows she is very much in the race despite assertions by Bass’ campaign and Pratt’s campaign that she is faltering after a lackluster debate performance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

U.S. stock futures fell as major indexes pulled back from a trifecta of record closes in the last session, following faltering stock indexes in Asia and Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

But in a note to clients, he acknowledged some faltering of those assets in recent weeks as investors worry that the Strait of Hormuz could remain closed for some time.

From MarketWatch • May 19, 2026

He expressed disappointment after the win at not adding to his two-goal tally having had one goal chalked off for offside but his constant desire to get into goalscoring positions left the Reds faltering.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

They passed his door without hesitating or faltering.

From "And Then There Were None" by Agatha Christie