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Definition flounder in American English

flounder verb

[intransitive] verb
/ˈflaʊndər/
1

to feel confused and not know what to say or do next

Example

Maureen floundered, trying to think of a response.

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2

to move with great difficulty and in an uncontrolled way

Example

The horses were floundering in the deep snow.

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Example

The country's economy is floundering and the future is uncertain.

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Definition flounder in American English