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mumble

verb
/ˈmʌmbəl/

Meaning

To speak quietly and not clearly so that words are difficult to understand.

Example Sentences

He mumbled an apology before leaving.

Example Expressions

mumble jumble

Synonyms

mutter, murmur, whisper, grumble, stammer

Antonyms

shout, declare, articulate

Collocations

mumble words, mumble apology, mumble incoherently

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