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wabbling

/ˈwæbəlɪŋ/

VERB

1. Moving or shaking unsteadily

To move, sway, rock, or vibrate irregularly, especially from side to side or back and forth, because of instability or lack of balance.

1.1. Objects and physical structures

Used to describe objects, structures, or surfaces that shake, sway, or move irregularly because they are unstable, poorly balanced, or affected by movement or external forces.

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  • The puddle reflected the sunlight as the water continued wabbling from the recent rain.
  • As the canoe navigated the choppy waters, it began wabbling slightly, challenging the paddlers to maintain stability.

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1.2. Soft substances and flexible materials

Used to describe soft or gelatinous substances that jiggle, quiver, or tremble when touched, shaken, or disturbed.

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  • The quivering jelly on the dessert plate showed subtle signs of wabbling with each touch.
  • The toddler giggled as she watched the soap bubbles wabbling in the breeze.

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1.3. Unsteady walking and bodily movement

Used to describe a person or animal moving awkwardly or losing balance while walking, standing, or attempting to maintain a stable posture.

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  • The uncertain fawn stood on shaky legs, its knees wabbling as it tried to balance.
  • The toddler struggled to walk across the room, wabbling with every step.

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1.4. Hesitation and indecisive behavior

Used figuratively to describe uncertainty, hesitation, or wavering when making decisions, expressing opinions, or committing to a particular course of action.

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  • The committee kept wabbling between two proposals without reaching a final decision.
  • Instead of making a firm commitment, he continued wabbling over which direction to take.

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