| Front | falter |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /ˈfɔːltə(r)/NAmE /ˈfɔːltər/ verb 1 [intransitive] to become weaker or less effective waverThe economy shows no signs of faltering. Her courage never faltered. 2 [intransitive, transitive] (+ speech) to speak in a way that shows that you are not confidentHis voice faltered as he began his speech. 3 [intransitive] to walk or behave in a way that shows that you are not confidentShe walked up to the platform without faltering. He never faltered in his commitment to the party.  fal•ter•ing/BrE ˈfɔːltərɪŋ; NAmE ˈfɔːltərɪŋ/ adjectivethe faltering peace talks the baby's first faltering steps |
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