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flounder

verb

/ˈflaʊndər/

Meaning

To struggle or stagger clumsily; to experience difficulty or confusion.

He floundered in the interview when asked difficult questions.

struggle, stumble, falter, fumble, fail

succeed, manage, progress

flounder badly, flounder around, flounder in confusion

to determine or work out a number or amount using mathematics

to spread or apply a substance messily; to damage someone's reputation with false or unfair words

to look carefully for someone or something; to examine thoroughly

to recede, decline, or lessen gradually, often referring to the tide or emotions

To persuade someone to do something by flattery or gentle urging.

The action of closing or blocking something to prevent entry or escape.