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sputter

verb as in stumble

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verb as in falter

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The backup generators that had kicked in after the earthquake sputtered out.

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Though Russia retains a manpower advantage, there are indications that its war machine might be starting to sputter.

The Falcons’ offense continues to sputter with turnovers and missed chances, while the Colts’ ground game and physicality give them an edge in Berlin.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill last week reported sputtering sales after lower-income and younger consumers cut their burrito spending.

The country is awash in weapons and its economy is sputtering.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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