Bumble
(verb)
- To speak or act in a confused, awkward, or inarticulate way.
- To move or act clumsily or uncertainly.
Origin:
From the old english word "bumblen" which means to speak in a low or confused manner.
Examples:
- He bumbled through his speech, reading from the notes.
- She bumbled around the kitchen looking for the right ingredients.
- He bumbled an apology for being late.
- She bumbled her way through the explanation.
- He bumbled and stumbled through the dance.