fumbling

• Описывает неловкие, неуклюжие или неуверенные действия, особенно руками.

Describes awkward, clumsy, or hesitant actions, especially with the hands.

1. Clumsy or awkwardB2informal

   Showing a lack of skill, coordination, or aptitude; characterized by awkward movements or actions.

   Неуклюжий или неловкий

   • His fumbling attempts to fix the sink only made the leak worse.
   • She gave a fumbling explanation that confused everyone.
   • The fumbling rookie dropped the ball twice during the game.

   Synonymsawkwardbunglingclumsygracelessham-fistedheavy-handedineptmaladroitungainly

   Antonymsadroitcoordinateddeftdexterousgracefulskillful

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия, когда что-то берут неуклюже или нервно, часто приводящего к падению или потере хватки.

A verb used to indicate the act of handling something clumsily or nervously, often resulting in dropping or losing grip.

1. Handle clumsilyB1formal

   To use the hands clumsily or awkwardly, often dropping or mishandling something.

   Неуклюже обращаться

   • He fumbled with the keys while trying to unlock the door.
   • She fumbled the ball during the game.
   • The waiter fumbled the tray, spilling drinks everywhere.

   Synonymsbotchbungleflubmanglemishandle

   Antonymsclutchgraspgriphandle

2. Speak hesitantlyB2formal

   To speak in a confused or hesitant way, often searching for words.

   Мямлить

   • He fumbled for an answer during the interview.
   • She fumbled through her speech, forgetting key points.
   • The politician fumbled when asked about the scandal.

   Synonymsfalterflounderhesitatestammerstumblestutter

   Antonymsarticulateenunciate

3. Search awkwardlyB1informal

   To search for something in a clumsy or uncertain manner.

   Искать неуклюже

   • He fumbled in his pocket for a coin.
   • She fumbled around in the dark for the light switch.
   • They fumbled through the drawer looking for the manual.

   Synonymsfloundergropescrabble