faltering
adjective uk/ˈfɒl.tər.ɪŋ/ us/ˈfɑːl.tɚ.ɪŋ/
(FAILING)
衰落的;蹒跚的
losing strength or purpose and stopping, or almost stopping
This legislation is designed to stimulate the faltering economy. 这项立法旨在刺激衰退的经济。
She spoke in a faltering voice that eventually gave way to sobs. 她用颤抖的声音说话，最终转变为啜泣。
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- She led a faltering political party to defeat.
- He gave a faltering performance in the first presidential debate.
- the country's faltering health and education systems
(OF MOVEMENT)
蹒跚而行的，摇摇晃晃的，踉踉跄跄的
moving awkwardly as if you might fall
She took a few faltering steps. 她摇摇晃晃地走了几步。
There were many faltering runners in the final miles of the race. 在比赛的最后几英里，有许多踉踉跄跄往前跑的选手。
See: falter
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- Her steps have become gradually more faltering.
- He put out his faltering arm toward her.
- This was where I took my first faltering dance steps.