Example Sentences
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While Russell has floundered a little, less comfortable with the car, and is still afflicted by bad luck, pace seems to flow from Antonelli so easily.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Other U.S.-based sodium-ion startups have floundered of late.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
Attempts to mend US-South Africa relations have floundered.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
But he floundered at sea and was picked up by Chinese fishermen, who handed him to the police.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
“Like a play, you know,” Kit floundered, confused by the increasing horror on both their faces.
From "The Witch of Blackbird Pond" by Elizabeth George Speare
