almost stumble
Frequency: 6.89.5 per million words
Indicates nearly losing balance.
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Examples (10)
- I almost stumbled on the loose rug in the hallway.
- She almost stumbled while walking down the steep stairs.
- The runner almost stumbled but managed to maintain his balance.
- He almost stumbled over a large rock hidden in the grass.
- Be careful, you almost stumbled on that uneven section of pavement.
- She almost stumbled because those high heels were so uncomfortable.
- The tired hiker almost stumbled several times during the descent.
- I almost stumbled into the waiter who was carrying a heavy tray.
- The child almost stumbled when he tried to run too fast.
- He almost stumbled as he stepped into the dark, unfamiliar room.