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stammer

[stam-er] / ˈstæm ər /


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Now, Gellar has made a more ceremonious return, albeit with a frustrating stop-and-start stammer.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

It affects 8% of children and at least 1% of adults, according to stammer charity STAMMA, with some people not declaring it or realising they have one.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

The 28-year-old has a stammer and in episode one said introducing herself was "one of the biggest tests ever".

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

Hayley, 34, said Jessie being good at the game and her stammer not being the focus gave people "something to relate to".

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

“I already saw the news today,” I stammer, backing away from her bright, glassy eyes.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse




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