Stumble (Noun)
Meaning 1
An unsteady uneven gait.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The old man's stumble was noticeable as he made his way across the room.
- Her stumble was so pronounced that she had to hold onto the wall for support.
- After the accident, he developed a noticeable stumble that made walking difficult.
- The athlete's stumble during the competition was a sign of her exhaustion.
- As she recovered from her injury, her stumble gradually improved and she was able to walk normally again.
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Meaning 2
An unintentional but embarrassing blunder; "he recited the whole poem without a single trip"; "he arranged his robes to avoid a trip-up later"; "confusion caused his unfortunate misstep".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.