What is another word for fumbles?

Pronunciation: [fˈʌmbə͡lz] (IPA)

Fumbles, typically meaning clumsy or awkward actions, can also be expressed in various other words. For instance, the term "bumbles" can be used to describe when someone carelessly messes up or acts in an uncoordinated manner. Additionally, the word "flounders" can indicate struggling or failing at a task. Other synonyms for fumbles can include "blunders," which suggest a mistake or misstep, "stumbles," which imply tripping or losing balance, and "botches," which means a poor or ineptly executed action. Regardless of the word used, fumbling or its synonyms convey an action that is not precise or confident.

What are the hypernyms for Fumbles?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Fumbles

After that Roy kept the tall one guessing, but there were no more fumbles.
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour
Roy showed an aptitude for the work which more than vindicated Mr. Cobb's judgment and for ten minutes or so, during which time Roy's squad traversed the length of the field, there were few fumbles and few mistakes.
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour
But on the next play the erratic pigskin again eluded Roy's hands, and after that fumbles and the cry of "Ball!
"The Crimson Sweater"
Ralph Henry Barbour

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