stutter-stepping

Definition of stutter-steppingnext
present participle of stutter-step

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stutter-stepping
Verb
  • The company and its advocates would rather debate the merits of one particular study instead of [ShotSpotter parent company] SoundThinking's track record of evading evidence based accountability in Chicago.
    Asal Rezaei, CBS News, 3 June 2026
  • As of May 2024, Escalera faces multiple charges, including murder, third-degree burglary, second-degree burglary and evading police, according to The Courier-Journal.
    Corin Cesaric, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026
Verb
  • Surrounded by trees and mountain landscapes, the transparent structure delivers the atmosphere of an outdoor wedding while sidestepping many of the logistical headaches that come with weather-dependent venues.
    Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 31 May 2026
  • And sidestepping tough topics could do just as much harm as tackling them, since deep conversations are important for the health of our relationships.
    Lisa Pavia-Higel, The Conversation, 27 May 2026
Verb
  • Maybe not stuck in an urban jam, dodging potholes or crawling amid draconian speed limits – but out there on the open road, taking sunny corners in a nice car?
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 May 2026
  • After a day of learning about blackmail wire and unwittingly dodging Dennis the menace, Paula heads to soccer practice and faces yet another obstacle.
    Erin Qualey, Vulture, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Wednesday's vote signals his support for the war may be slipping even among some members of his own party.
    Claudia Grisales, NPR, 3 June 2026
  • And after a day navigating crowds, returning to the hotel feels kind of like slipping back behind a velvet rope.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
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“Stutter-stepping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stutter-stepping. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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