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tumbles

  • plural
    of tumble.
    tumble
    verb (used without object)
    to fall helplessly down, end over end, as by losing one's footing, support, or equilibrium; plunge headlong.
  • present tense form
    of tumble (3rd person singular).
    tumble
    verb (used without object)
    to fall helplessly down, end over end, as by losing one's footing, support, or equilibrium; plunge headlong.

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EasyJet shares are down 0.5% and Ryanair tumbles 7.2%.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026

Jovic, by contrast, has been a quick study when it comes to adapting to the tricky footing, sliding and occasional tumbles on grass.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 4, 2026

Routines are made up of familiar stunts, jumps, gymnastic tumbles and classic cheer chants, but modified to account for the needs of teammates.

From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2026

SentinelOne tumbles after the cybersecurity company posts a steeper loss in the fourth quarter and provides soft guidance.

From Barron's ● Mar. 13, 2026

He steps away and kicks the loose leg of a picnic table so it tumbles to one side, then he swings around.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson