splutter
verb (used without object)
to talk rapidly and somewhat incoherently, as when confused, excited, or embarrassed.
spluttering
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present participleof splutter.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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To end arguments about intergenerational equity, we need to work out how to restart the growth engine that has been spluttering.
From BBC ● May 17, 2026
City weren't at their best in the second half, but they held on to pile pressure on spluttering Arsenal, who travel to Tottenham for the north London derby on Sunday.
From Barron's ● Feb. 21, 2026
Liverpool were punished for their spluttering start in the 17th minute when Raul Jimenez's pass beat the Fulham offside trap.
From Barron's ● Jan. 4, 2026
Its economy is already spluttering - last year it shrunk by 0.2%.
From BBC ● Jan. 20, 2025
The old gatehouse-keeper choked, spluttering ale over his habit.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
