Fumble and Wreck

Fumble

Fumble verb - To make or do (something) in a clumsy or unskillful way.

Usage example: her assistant fumbled the party plans by getting the time wrong on the invitations

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Wreck and fumble are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wreck" instead the word "Fumble" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Word: fumbling

Wreck verb - To cause irreparable damage to (a ship) by running aground or sinking.

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Fumble and wreck are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fumble" instead the word "Wreck" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: wrecked, wrecker, wreckage, wrecking

way

fumble way

wreck way

The reason is because supernatural power in both settings stems from Hell, and even the slightest fumble can be a cue for The Legions of Hell to come in and wreck reality.

Source: Ban on Magic

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