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stalling

Stalling (noun) means the act of delaying or failing to make progress. Example: “His constant stalling frustrated everyone waiting on his decision.”

noun
1
The act of delaying or failing to make progress.
"His constant stalling frustrated everyone waiting on his decision."
2
The act of an engine failing or cutting out.
"The mechanic traced the stalling to a faulty fuel pump."

How to use stalling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishPutting things off, or an engine repeatedly cutting out.

Common pairings
stalling tactics engine stalling

Word forms

stallings plural, Stallings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “stalling” mean?

The word “stalling” means the act of delaying or failing to make progress. In plain terms, putting things off, or an engine repeatedly cutting out.

How do you use “stalling” in a sentence?

Here is “stalling” used in a sentence: “His constant stalling frustrated everyone waiting on his decision.”

What part of speech is “stalling”?

“Stalling” is a noun.

Is “stalling” a common word?

“Stalling” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “stalling” have?

“Stalling” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of delaying or failing to make progress.

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