stalling in a sentence
n.
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Definition
Stalling refers to the act of temporarily stopping or delaying progress, either due to mechanical failure (as with a vehicle) or by intentionally prolonging a situation (as in conversation or decision-making).
Crossword clues for stalling
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "stalling".
- Delaying progress in a conversation or decision.
- Causing a vehicle to stop unexpectedly.
- Temporarily halting movement or action.
- Prolonging a situation to gain time.
- Stopping before reaching a destination.
Stalling sentence examples
- The car was stalling on the steep hill, causing a traffic jam behind it.
- She was stalling for time while she thought of a good excuse for being late.
- Stalling during a presentation can make the audience lose interest quickly.
- The negotiations were stalling due to disagreements over the contract terms.
- He could feel his heart stalling as he awaited the results of the competition.