tripping over
Example Sentences
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That’s not the only sign that the DOJ can’t avoid tripping over its own feet in this campaign.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2026
Sonny finds himself tripping over his ineptitude and tangled up in conflicting sympathies—he’s almost as anxious as his hostages, whom he treats with an apologetic kindliness, almost like a party crasher who’s broken a vase.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 31, 2026
If they were handing out medals for not tripping over Mick Jagger, I should probably win gold.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2026
He explained how a person could be constantly tripping over debris and obstructions and at times having to go "on all fours" to try to get through the tunnel.
From BBC ● Feb. 18, 2026
Next thing I know, I’m tripping over something and almost face-plant in front of everyone.
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
