Flub and Stumble

Flub

Flub noun - An unintentional departure from truth or accuracy.
Usage example: when she was told her information was wrong, she apologized for the flub and immediately corrected it

Stumble and flub are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Stumble" instead the word "Flub" as a noun or a verb.

Stumble

Stumble noun - An unintentional departure from truth or accuracy.
Usage example: was his hurtful remark a regrettable stumble, or was it made with artful intention?

Flub and stumble are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Flub" instead the word "Stumble" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: stumbled, stumbling
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