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wobble

1 of 2verb
/ˈwɑbəl/
Forms:wobbles,wobbling,wobbled,wobbled
1

to induce or create an unsteady, rocking, or shaky motion in something

transitive
  • The gust of wind wobbled the fragile umbrella, threatening to turn it inside out.
  • The vibration from the construction site wobbled the windowpanes in nearby buildings.
  • The child wobbled the tower of building blocks, enjoying the anticipation of an impending collapse.
  • The sudden movement of the boat wobbled the dishes on the dining table.
  • The puppy wobbled the water bowl, creating a small puddle on the kitchen floor.
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2

to shake or tremble with a slight, unsteady motion

  • The nervous speaker felt her knees wobble as she addressed the large audience.
  • The musician's hands began to wobble slightly as he played the delicate piano piece.
  • The frail elderly woman's voice wobbled with emotion as she recounted her life's stories.
  • The young child's lower lip would wobble when on the verge of tears.
  • The singer's voice began to wobble with vulnerability during the emotional ballad.
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3

to move with an unsteady, rocking, or swaying motion, often implying a lack of stability or balance

C2
  • The toddler wobbled as he took his first steps, trying to maintain balance.
  • The table wobbled on the uneven floor, making it challenging to set a steady cup of coffee.
  • As the bicycle gained speed, the wheels began to wobble, causing the rider to struggle for control.
  • The jelly on the plate wobbled with each movement, almost threatening to slide off.
  • The loose wheel on the shopping cart caused it to wobble as it was pushed through the supermarket.
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