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Stammer

Definition

(formal) To speak with difficulty, repeating or prolonging sounds, syllables, or words, often due to nervousness or a speech disorder. Typically used to describe a pattern of speech that is hesitant or stumbling.

Example Sentences

1The young politician's tendency to stammer under pressure was seized upon by her opponents as a sign of weakness.
2Is it possible to overcome a lifelong stammer through intensive speech therapy and practice?
3The actor's portrayal of a character with a stammer was widely praised for its sensitivity and nuance.
4Avoid interrupting someone who stammers, as this can exacerbate their anxiety and make the stammer worse.
5There is a growing recognition of the need to provide support and accommodations for individuals who stammer in educational and professional settings.

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