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Stumbles Meaning in English

word · lemma: stumble

ˈstəmbəɫz
STUM-buhlz
stˈʌmbəlz
stum-BUHLZ

释义

To trip or lose balance while walking; also used when someone makes a mistake, especially in speaking or doing something.

用法与细微差别

Mostly informal. 'Stumbles' is the present tense or third person singular form. Common with 'over a rock', 'in his speech', and for minor mistakes. Can be literal (physical) or figurative (mistake, hesitation). Often with 'stumble over words' for speech errors.

例句

He stumbles when he walks on uneven ground.

basic

She always stumbles over her words when nervous.

basic

The child stumbles but does not fall.

basic

He stumbles through his speech whenever he’s put on the spot.

natural

She stumbles into the room, half asleep.

natural

Sometimes he stumbles on simple questions during interviews.

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