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Past tense for to diminish in intensity or strength, especially gradually
“He was afraid her spirit would falter, not only because he was duty bound to her, but because her soul was touched with a midsummer sky blue of grace.”
Past tense for to speak hesitantly or haltingly
“His countenance changed, his speech began to falter, and it was with utmost difficulty that he could keep himself from fainting.”
Past tense for to move or swing unsteadily
“His expression didn't change, and his stride didn't falter as he walked right past her toward the bar.”
Past tense for to fall over, typically from being clumsy or unsteady
“She called to him from behind, startling him, and causing him to falter in his stance.”
Past tense for to be indecisive or hesitant
“We probably falter unless our choices instinctively prove inherent qualities, be they serious or flippant.”
Past tense for to suddenly spring or flinch back in fear, horror, or disgust
Past tense for to briefly stop or interrupt an action
Past tense for to hesitate or be reluctant to do something (that one thinks may be wrong)
Past tense for to move or progress slowly, failing to keep up with others
Past tense for to fall down, especially after losing one's balance
Past tense for to weaken or lose strength, or to cause this
Past tense for to fade gradually before stopping
Past tense for to lose or be without hope
Past tense for to fail to do something because of cowardice
Past tense for to forget what one was going to say
Past tense for to mumble or speak words inarticulately
Past tense for to decline or deteriorate, especially gradually
Past tense for to commit a mistake or error
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