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stuttered

/ˈstʌtərd/ verb · British & US
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What does stuttered mean?

verb

Past tense of 'stutter', to speak with a hesitation or interruption in the flow of one's words. To speak in a halting or spasmodic manner.

Example

"She stuttered over her words when asked to give a speech in front of the class."

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