1. handles something clumsily or drops it
Usage: third person singular present
2. searches awkwardly for something with the hands
Usage: third person singular present
3. speaks hesitantly or makes mistakes while talking
Usage: third person singular present

1. instances of handling something clumsily or losing control
Usage: plural

Examples

• She fumbles with her keys in the dark.
• He always fumbles his words during presentations.
• The quarterback fumbles the ball under pressure.
• Sarah fumbles through her purse looking for change.
• The waiter fumbles the tray and drops several glasses.
• His fumbles cost the team the championship.
• She fumbles around for the light switch.