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reeled

VERB

wobble; spin around

Synonyms

STRONGEST

falter lurch shake stagger stumble teeter

STRONG

bob careen pitch revolve rock roll sway swim swing swirl totter turn twirl waver weave wheel whirl

WEAK

feel giddy go around titubate

Antonyms

STRONG

stabilize steady

Example Sentences

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The 5.2-point decline is the sharpest since October 2022, as Germany’s economy reeled from the last energy shock in the months after Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

This also suited Haaland, who started the season in impressive scoring form but was something Guardiola later reeled in, preferring more measured games.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The Patriots have since reeled off four convincing victories and will also play for a state title Friday afternoon.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2026

Italy led 10-5 at half-time, but were still reeled in and beaten 36-15.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2026

I reeled back, but there was nowhere to go.

From "Prisoner B-3087" by Alan Gratz