stumble back

Frequency: 6.17.2 per million words

To move backward unsteadily, often in surprise or fear.

stumbleADVERB + stumble

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Examples (10)

  • The explosion made him stumble back in shock.
  • She stumbled back against the wall when she saw the intruder.
  • Startled by the loud noise, the child stumbled back.
  • He stumbled back a few paces, trying to keep his balance.
  • The boxer was hit hard and began to stumble back toward the ropes.
  • She had to stumble back to avoid the falling debris.
  • When the door flew open, I stumbled back in surprise.
  • He stumbled back, his eyes wide with terror.
  • The sudden flash of light caused the crowd to stumble back.
  • As the bear roared, the hiker stumbled back in fear.