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fumbling
This term conveys a sense of physical ineptitude, nervousness, or haste. It describes a specific type of clumsiness where the hands fail to coordinate with the intended goal, often creating a visual image of frantic or hesitant movement. While it can describe a simple lack of skill, it frequently implies a state of agitation or panic that causes a normally capable person to lose their dexterity.
In a sporting context, particularly American football, the term has a technical meaning referring to the accidental loss of possession of the ball. In general conversation, it is often used to describe the awkward search for a small object in a pocket or bag, where the tactile sense is used instead of sight.
Meanings
Characterized by a lack of dexterity or coordination in movement, especially with the hands.
Examples
Stop fumbling with the lock and just let me do it.
The quarterback ended up fumbling the ball right before the goal line.
I can't believe I am fumbling this simple task in front of the boss.
Her fumbling fingers struggled to open the small jewelry box.
The thief spent a few seconds fumbling with the safe dial.
A moment of clumsy fumbling led to the vase shattering on the floor.
Why are you fumbling for words now that she is actually here?