Stumble

Definitions

1. A fall, trip or substantial misstep.
2. An error or blunder.
3. A clumsy walk.

Equivalents

Examples

“I went to his aid. As he said, a board⟳ in the floor was loose. His stepping on it unawares had caused his stumble.”

“She owns up to early stumbles, such as bottles being mislabeled.”

“From the ground, Colombo’s port does not look⟳ like⟳ much. Those entering it are greeted by wire fences, walls dating back to colonial times and security posts. For mariners leaving the port after lonely nights on the high seas, the delights of the B52 Night Club and Stallion Pub lie⟳ a stumble away.”

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