stumble

Example Sentences

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The Duffys regarded the bill's failure as a stumbling block rather than a knockout blow.

From BBC

Since leaving Oregon, Kelly has stumbled at every stop except the single season at Ohio State, where he could still be calling plays had he not left for the lure of the NFL.

From Los Angeles Times

Carolina have also fluffed their lines though when given the chance, so one team will stumble over the line - and not much will be expected of either in the play-offs.

From BBC

In the past couple of months, the titans have stumbled over worries about the rapid pace of data-center spending and the long time frame expected before that money translates into profit.

From Barron's

Japanese media quoted other visitors saying that they have stumbled while using the same travelator.

From BBC