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A franchise once so dominant they were dubbed the "Evil Empire," New England have floundered since Brady left in 2020, but they have been reborn this season under coach of the year Mike Vrabel.

From Barron's • Feb. 8, 2026

Efforts to deal with fiscal policy, entitlements and other critical issues have floundered.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025

But similar efforts have floundered in cities like New York.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2024

As the Sounders have floundered since Roldan suffered his first concussion in April — winning four matches through all competitions — coach Brian Schmetzer hesitated in wanting Roldan to be the “savior.”

From Seattle Times • Sep. 20, 2023

Quayle might have floundered in the earlier part of the story, but in his big scene he was exactly right.

From Something New by Wodehouse, P. G. (Pelham Grenville)