stammered

Example Sentences

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“Tim, I'm focused on the future,” Vance stammered before an ineffective attempt to deflect.

From Salon • Oct. 3, 2024

Often speaking in Tajik through a translator, he answered questions about his biography quietly and stammered, according to Mediazona.

From New York Times • Mar. 24, 2024

He looked away, stammered and mumbled “I don’t know” before appearing to turn toward the person running the session for some help.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 2, 2023

"He stammered and asked us not to misinterpret his intentions," she says.

From BBC • Jul. 30, 2023

“That...That was a sheyd, wasn’t it?” stammered Daniel, his gaze darting between the shadows where he disappeared and the pair of socks in the grave.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny