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Bumble

BUH-mbuhl

/ˈbʌmbʌl/

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Syllable breakdown

bumble

Dictionary meaning

To speak haltingly.

Examples

  • They bumbled so much I couldn't understand.
  • The partiers bumble up the street after having some drinks.

Synonyms: falter

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