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flounder v

Flounder means to struggle to move, progress, or understand what to do. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of flounder

  • to struggle to move, progress, or understand what to do

Usage examples of flounder

Without clear instructions, the new employees floundered.

The rescue team floundered in deep mud.

After the funding ended, the project floundered.

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