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reel v

Reel means to move unsteadily or stagger as if dizzy. Explore the term's definition, IPA/phonetic pronunciation, and usage examples.

Definition of reel

  • to move unsteadily or stagger as if dizzy

Usage examples of reel

She began to reel after standing up too quickly.

The boxer reeled backward from the unexpected punch.

The exhausted hiker reeled along the trail until a friend supported him.

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