fumble
verb (used without object)
to feel or grope about clumsily.
have fumbled
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present perfectof fumble.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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More than 10 goals have been scored from outside the penalty area, not to mention tap-ins after keepers have fumbled swerving shots.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
It’s the meal that seasoned chefs, decorated with Michelin stars, have fumbled under pressure.
From Salon ● Feb. 14, 2025
Coach Mike Vrabel isn’t happy that his Titans have fumbled eight times this season, yet they’ve lost only one for the fewest turnovers in the NFL.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 3, 2019
Sure, the company may have fumbled its attempt to save the bees by inadvertently encouraging some consumers to grow invasive plant species, but I’ll overlook it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 12, 2019
“I must have fumbled the toss,” he said, puzzled.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
