CEFR B1

faltering

verb

Meaning

Losing strength, speed, or momentum; becoming weaker or less effective.

Examples

His voice was faltering as he tried to speak.
The company's profits have been faltering in recent quarters.

Synonyms: weakening, wavering, stumbling, flagging

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faltering (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːl.tər.ɪŋ/

Definition

Losing strength, speed, or momentum; becoming weaker or less effective.

Examples

His voice was faltering as he tried to speak.
The company's profits have been faltering in recent quarters.
Despite the challenges, her resolve remained, though it was clearly faltering.

How to Use faltering

falter in (prepositional phrase): To lose strength or momentum in a particular area or activity. — "The team began to falter in their defense during the second half."
falter before (prepositional phrase): To hesitate or become unsteady before facing something. — "He did not falter before the challenge, but met it head-on."

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