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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It’s the meal that seasoned chefs, decorated with Michelin stars, have fumbled under pressure.
From Salon ● Feb. 14, 2025
Whatever Macron’s message was, some analysts say he may have fumbled the delivery.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 29, 2024
But Owen Trout's drive and a kick from Tui Lolohea then set up Cudjoe to cross the line and, although the centre appeared to have fumbled, Grant confirmed the score after a replay.
From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2022
Chances are they would have fumbled with it, as “Night Trap” remains clunky to play.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 20, 2020
“I must have fumbled the toss,” he said, puzzled.
From "American Gods" by Neil Gaiman
