How To Use Falter In A Sentence

The manager never falters in his determination.
Her rally faltered momentarily when she bunkered her second to lose the 12th to go two down again, but promptly birdied the long fifth with two big hits on to the green and the 14th after an approach shot to within seven feet of the flag.
He had tears in his eyes and a faltering voice as he paid tribute to his wife.
My voice faltered to a stop. Between Worlds: A Reader, Rhetoric and Handbook
The other day in the midst of Port-au-Prince, the great degraded capital city that is my home, I saw a car, an old battered car, a jalopy, falter and sputter and come to a slow halt.

This of course was Bush's ideology, but the 'agressive' mannar in which he carried this out caused this superpower credibility to falter. D-Day in West Virginia
Keep strappy tops in mind and you are less likely to falter. Times, Sunday Times
This realism is in part due to the elaborate set and costume design, but also to Campbell's unfaltering characterisation of Morgan.
Through their intimate portrayal of the daily struggles of Natividad Nata, her husband Daniel and their children, we discover the true face of hardship, but also Nata's courage and resilience and her family's unfaltering love and unity. E. Nina Rothe: The Human Rights Watch Film Festival Digs Deep, Asks the Hard Questions
The House and Senate bills also contain provisions giving faltering companies less time to settle their debts and reorganize.
Although Democrats appear to be using the faltering economy to their advantage, Youngstown Republicans like McCain volunteer Tracey Winbush say they are making headway.
On the cover of the novel is a photo of an anorexic young Johnny with earring and guitar; inside is his portrait of the faltering and the fameless. Lethem Heads West, Takes It Easy
The engine faltered on the very first incline, just outside the town. 1066: and the Hidden History of the Bayeux Tapestry
They entered forests of oak and beech, following a faltering trail. Somewhere East of Life
She said all this in a brisk voice but faltered slightly when she saw all my luggage.
"You can't go to the cops," Stan said, his voice faltering.
In an etherized daze, we stumble up, thank our caretaker and falter through halls stinking of sanitized despair. Habits Die Hard
His gaze settled upon her like a knife at her throat, his steps unfaltering. Earl of Durkness
He had long considered it his destiny to be the next president of Pakistan, but latterly his political career has faltered.
Sensible Stella faltered and the long-buried Romantic Stella shoved her out of the way like a shopaholic on sale day. JUST BETWEEN US
I opened my lips to speak; she saw his name faltering on my tongue, and stopped me. The Forsaken Inn A Novel
There can be few more technically demanding challenges in pianism than this, but she didn't falter. Times, Sunday Times
Her feet made slight shifts as they momentarily lost footing, but she did not stop, did not falter in her forward momentum, heading toward the East River.
His fingers began strumming another song, and the crowd did not falter in the steps of the dance.
We probably falter unless our choices instinctively prove inherent qualities, be they serious or flippant.
One of the fluffy chicks takes some faltering steps under the watchful gaze of an adult flamingo.
If that bargain now falters, so may efforts to tighten up the inspection regime that backs up the treaty.
Dollar confidence has faltered not coincidently as inflationary pressures have broadened and mounted.
Uphill, downhills, through rivers and through underbrush, this unknown Kiwi never faltered or stopped.
The IMF has put together a rescue package for the country's faltering economy.
It said it is becoming expensive and previous high growth is faltering. Times, Sunday Times
He never faltered in his commitment to the party.
All the faltering, paltering and useless procrastinating by Hillary and her ilk have worked to delay any effective Democratic-backed change in the Iraq War, and, by extension, the reining-in of Cheney plans against Iran. Hillary Joining Webb For Measure Opposing War With Iran
His ninth slam not only puts him seven behind the faltering Federer, but lifts him alongside Fred Perry, Don Budge, Rod Laver, Roy Emerson, Andre Agassi and Federer as owners of all the four slams.
It did not work so happily with his spoken wish for a freeze of Israeli settlements; and he has seen the word falter on the verge of the deed once more, in the wish for a comprehensive health care bill before the summer or before Thanksgiving. David Bromwich: The Afghanistan Parenthesis [UPDATED]
I have never forgotten -- never -- never _forgotten_!" faltered Madeleine, in a voice that had a sound of tears, answering to those that glittered in her eyes. Fairy Fingers A Novel
Aloud yell from back in the trees almost made her falter.
Yeah, well of course I was talking about Governor Romney," says a bullish Mr Santorum, after briefly faltering inwith shades of Tim Pawlenty and "Obamaneycare". Telegraph.co.uk - Telegraph online, Daily Telegraph and Sunday Telegraph
Our waitress was a little confused about the cheeseboard, but eventually delivered a faltering list.
For the most part, they have adapted well, but their discomfort was growing and confidence faltering. Times, Sunday Times
There was a pause. Then Ursula broke into faltering challenge.
It was stunning in its betrayal of good, reliable allies who had unfalteringly stood by us. Post-American Presidency
It is hard for me to say in a few faltering words how I feel when voices greet me from my own country.
Labor's momentum may falter.
It maintained its triple-A rating on UK sovereign debt but warned of a reassessment if growth falters. Times, Sunday Times
But the moment it falters, they could be in trouble. The Sun
That appetite might well grow if the world economy falters again and capitalism gets the blame. Times, Sunday Times
Bernanke warned the U.S. economic recovery was "closeto faltering," and said Congress and the White House had a "shared responsibility" with the Fed to respond. What's News: Business & Finance
In Northern Ireland I saw private soldiers who spent hours in discomfort with unfaltering concentration logging the movements of suspects.
But the moment it falters, they could be in trouble. The Sun
bloodthirstiness" of a mate who was, after all, but a normal girl of that day, and who, girl as she was, never for a moment faltered in the high courage with which she threw herself into that combat, responding to the passionate urge for freedom in her blood that not five centuries of inhuman persecution could subdue? The Airlords of Han
Dark and saturnine, he is a strong screen presence with natural brooding ability, and he holds things steady when a last-ditch attempt to end on a thrill causes the film to falter.
Furthermore, if the economy continues to falter, it is still possible that the president will be ejected from office in next year's elections.
The teacher, speaking in faltering tones with tears welling up in her eyes, described the terrifying events.
Parents for Justice had withdrawn its co-operation from the faltering Dunne investigation and, riven by internal bickering, was close to splintering.
Since the stock market started to falter, more and more people have been having a go at becoming property barons.
Upon entering the room he felt his limbs tremble, his heart flutter, his tongue falter; he attempted to undraw the curtain, and called for a light to the bedside. Candide
As the cabin lurched back and forth and the sounds of rocket fire percussed the urgent, faltering rhythm of our right engine, I unfastened my seat belt, and, finding my center of gravity, rose from my seat, moving past aides shock still in their chairs, arms locked like girders against their arm rests in terror, and walked up the center aisle to the pilot's cabin. Hillary: Pledged Delegates "Just Like" Supers �� They Can Switch
KHARTOUM (Reuters) - Darfur rebels said on Sunday they had shot down two Sudanese army helicopters in the latest reports of fighting that have marred faltering peace talks between Khartoum and other insurgents. Latest News - Yahoo!7 News
I was duly summoned to the front row of the upper circle to watch my niece take her very first faltering steps towards an Equity card.
But then he lost interest, or faltered in the face of opposition from conservatives and other vested interests.
The reason countries like Japan and Mexico have faltered is because the people of Japan and Mexico have not made the tough choices, like Americans and Australians have done, to restructure their economy. Australia's Economic Miracle, Arnold Kling | EconLog | Library of Economics and Liberty
Her eyesshe knew meshe smiledshe whisperedforgive me, Curt, forgive herwhen it was I who should have said forgive mebut before I couldshe [He falters brokenly.] 166 Act III. The First Man
It seems 100 million won is a trifle as the value system of money is shaken and the social function of money is faltering in the raging Lotto syndrome.
It was through Emma's unfaltering belief in his writing talent that he decided to change tack and concentrate more on his own screenplays.
But studies show workers are shortening fake illnesses to just one day as the economy falters. The Sun
Then a rash impulse swept me -- and praise be for such things: instinct sometimes serves us well when our plans begin to falter; and that should teach us there's a divinity that shapes our ends, rough-hew them however we will. Hamlet 5:2
The torrent of knocks roared louder, slightly failed upon the ear, made a crescendo, emulated Niagara, surpassed that very American effort of nature, wavered, faltered to Lodore, died away to a feeble tittup like water dropping from a tap to flagstones, rose again in a final spurt that would have made Southey open his dictionary for adjectives, and drained away to death. The Prophet of Berkeley Square
He faltered slightly at her words, hunching his shoulders as he wiped the tears from his face.
Now, as the economy staggers and falters, day-to-day survival presses more harshly, which makes social commitment still tougher.
What does Mr. Bernanke want to do, cripple an already faltering economy, by "staving" off inflation, until it collapses anew? What's Wrong With the Canadian Loonie?
Their longevity has been based on anything but record sales, and leans more toward the unfaltering, innovative self-awareness that many of us have grown to respect and expect from their work.
Surely that thought is a good enough companion as we take our first faltering steps into the new century and the third millennium.
In front of spiritual homeland, your any thread of falter, could let you lose precious inwardness, and place yourself in the temptation of the secular world.
His place was already under the microscope following a faltering Test career that has brought three centuries but five ducks. The Sun
If the economy did falter because of a premature tightening, then policy could be eased again. Times, Sunday Times
Bailouts to big banks and shameless corporate greed have left us with a faltering economy, a weak job market and crumbling financial system that has made workers more vuln ... Anna Burger: Change to Win: Mobilizing for a New American Dream
Tesha faltered as she tried to speak and had to clear her throat a couple of times.
This unfaltering tenacity has stayed with her all of her life. Times, Sunday Times
The witness looked straight into the eyes of the judge as he uttered the one word, in a steady, unfaltering tone.
His salacious grin faltered then disappeared and he glared at her, furious with himself for being tricked so easily.
Aaron tried to take a step, but faltered and slammed back against the wall.
He never falters in his determination.
Whether talking to a waiter or his boss, the unfaltering politeness is the same. Times, Sunday Times
Maybe he's merely playing for time as his confidence falters. Times, Sunday Times
Faltering talks over firefighters' pay left little hope last night of averting the start of an eight-day national fire strike this morning.
As companies falter, their stocks are delisted, cutting NASDAQ's fee revenue.
Here are five companies that could falter should house prices take a tumble.
While Moscow produces incredible sushi, it falters on pretty much everything else.
Reflecting on the campaign, Palin said there were "a variety of reasons" Republicans lost in November, namely the faltering economy, but she seemed to place most of the blame on the press. CNN Political Ticker
It remained a tepid encounter, the passages of play faltering. Times, Sunday Times
If Anderson falters, the team could turn to utilityman Tomas Perez, a much superior fielder, on a platoon basis.
The blast made our engines falter. FIGHTER BOYS: Saving Britain 1940
If an enemy's assault faltered, the mobilization could mount a counteroffensive and deliver the knockout blow.
If the economy did falter because of a premature tightening, then policy could be eased again. Times, Sunday Times
The faltering economy is one reason. Times, Sunday Times
They decided that if the project showed signs of growth, they'd continue; if it faltered, they'd move in their own directions.
Subsequent weeks saw him move his back until he could gradually lift himself up from his bed and take a few faltering steps.
Experts are warning homebuyers to avoid 100% mortgages now the housing market is faltering.
—President Barack Obama returned to Western Michigan Thursday for the second time in little more than a year to give his most full-throated defense of job-growth initiatives amid a faltering economy and political gridlock in Washington. Obama Defends Job Initiatives
The country's faltering economy is dependent largely on international reconstruction assistance and humanitarian aid. Times, Sunday Times
The voice that was praying for me faltered and sank low -- then rose on a sudden, and called affrightedly, called despairingly to me to come away. The Woman in White
Then the bouncy girl noticed Sammy and her smile faltered.
Dad's smile falters but in the end he goes to sit by mom and I'm standing by the doorway with my hand on my arm like a wallflower at a junior high dance.
His place was already under the microscope following a faltering Test career that has brought three centuries but five ducks. The Sun
If she noticed this, she didn't falter and kept moving holding his hand tight.
This comment caught Maria off guard, and her steps faltered.
The dinner party conversation faltered for a moment.
His steps falter; the dancers seem to embrace him but they let go and he falls.
His attention was upon Mrs. Evans, who droned on about the project unfalteringly.
Even at this late stage, it is possible that his candidacy will falter.
People were sickened by what they saw and his actions have done nothing but damage the already faltering reputation of racing in England.
Tanis started to speak, but his faltering words were submerged in an agonized, inarticulate roar; a roar of mingled fear and terror and rage that was so beastlike, it wrenched everyone's thoughts from the dragons. Finnegan teoriza la practica de cuerdas
After a good few years of success supporters got very despondent for a while as the team faltered in mid season and the manager came under fire.
He has pledged to restore a faltering economy and achieve greater equity in this most inegalitarian of the world's large economies.
"You believe my behaviour tonight to be equal to his?" he inquired in a faltering voice.
Your crumbs choke me, I would not want a drop of your blood in me, it is pumped by weak hearts, perfect pulses that never falter: irresponsive to nightmare reality. Friday Poetry
Of course, this challenge to slavery faltered in the following decade, and unfree labour survived for half a century in the British empire, and even longer in America.
A shiver racked his body, making his step ever so slightly falter.
It is equally improbable to expect Euroland economies to adopt supply-side reforms designed to boost long term growth when the short term impact will likely prove deflationary against a backdrop of faltering domestic demand.
Yet the war shapes other campaigns too, and if Dean falters then there is another candidate on the anti-war ticket: General Wesley Clark.
In a faltering voice and clearly shaken by her experience, she did her best to explain what had happened to her.
He intended either to curry renewed favour with Darius or support faltering rebels.
Slowly and hesitantly she stood, starting across the middle of the room, but her steps faltered and stopped about halfway there.
In this instance I also had GPS unit in hand, taking my first faltering steps toward participating in geocaching.
From taking her first faltering steps earlier this year she is now able to walk unaided.
If the share price faltered, it could lose its investment-grade credit rating and access to long-term credit.
Then their rearguard action faltered and having been softened up by the sheer size and physicality of their opponents they were cut open. Times, Sunday Times
In order to savour the flashing returns and the artistic volleys, we must suffer the faltering second serve and the fallible forehand.
Unfortunately, things do falter a little; weirdly, it's the signature biryani that lets the side down. Times, Sunday Times
Laundry hangs like wilted wildflowers over faltering balconies, and clusters of trash skitter up windswept drives.
The nurse saw him falter and made him lean on her.
The music faltered for a moment and resumed, just as happy and jaunty as ever.
Even the market for the Hungarian forint, a previously strong currency, this week faltered in illiquidity.
If that bargain now falters, so may efforts to tighten up the inspection regime that backs up the treaty.
But just as the finishing line came into view, the Basque boys began to falter, and the arrogant aristos of Madrid brought their skills to bear.
Watching her 13-year-old daughter falter in her studies and become more and more unsocial has firmed Yang's decision to divorce.
Citing the country's aggressive unions, widening wealth gaps, a faltering education system, low workforce participation and a public sector often paralyzed by bureaucratic red tape, the British magazine recently claimed that Israel's "engines of growth are punier than they look. Richard Z. Chesnoff: ISRAEL AT 61: A LESSON TO BE LEARNED
Then she faltered on the threshold.
In a desperate effort to keep the faltering tour project afloat, both sides agreed earlier this year to build an overland route across the demilitarized zone to carry many more tourists at much cheaper prices.
We, the lesser fry, may enjoy the luxury of shaking and red eyes but we expect the man at the top to be firm, unfaltering and resolute.
With voice is faltering after a gruelling campaign, he called on an old rival for help. Times, Sunday Times
That retail sales are faltering in the midst of a major mortgage refi boom is an especially noteworthy development.
So is domination down to a rhino-hide skin, an impervious soul and an unfaltering belief in yourself? Times, Sunday Times
Contrary to many expectations, he didn't falter or even hesitate.
For a moment, Rivers faltered. Times, Sunday Times
The Volunteers upheld their reputation of talented underachievers with the first-round loss and Harris again faltered in NCAA Tournament play. NCAA Men's Basketball - N.C. Charlotte vs. Tennessee
My steps faltered as I looked over at him in disbelief.
The problem over what to do with the faltering domain first arose in June.
Improvident tax cuts by state legislatures and faltering investment returns have left educational institutions, both public and private, scratching for every nickel and dime.
Investment could dry up and that could cause the economy to falter.
The economy is beginning to falter.
The faltering administration of the prime minister was dealt another blow yesterday with the resignation of his agriculture minister.
But studies show workers are shortening fake illnesses to just one day as the economy falters. The Sun
He offers us some ways to save this faltering economy.
‘You did,’ Alysia accused, her tone faltering from its usual emotionless monotony.
We all clearly understood that if the critical film processing step faltered in any way the entire endeavor would degenerate into a nightmare.
His expression faltered into suspicion however when Miss Temple, in a fully casual manner, wondered who had purchased the “odd little painting”, and if he might have any others like it for purchase. The Glass Books of the Dream Eaters
The government is laying out the battle lines for additional austerity measures even as it faces pressure to reboot the country's faltering economy.
Mr Stannard's confident manner faltered for an instant.
Both are superb and when the script falters they make it believable. Times, Sunday Times
No doubt that will not deter him finishing the job his father faltered over.
Her resolution never faltered.
The boy faltered when the policeman demanded his name.
They would rather all perish in the common ruin than fail or falter in their duty.
Whiston worried, of course, that bright lights might also falter when trying to deliver a time signal at sea.
He made a motion as if to speak, and then faltered, as if unsure of what to say.
Athletes from lowland countries faltered while more acclimatised competitors broke world records. Times, Sunday Times
She visibly shrank in the face of a barrage of baritone braying, her voice faltering and fading as she gamely struggled on. Times, Sunday Times
His career faltered as he aged. The Sun
But studies show workers are shortening fake illnesses to just one day as the economy falters. The Sun
His job and career prospects rarely falter. Behind Closed Doors - advice for families with violence in the home
The Scotsman breathed new life into the club after a faltering start to the season.
Maybe he's merely playing for time as his confidence falters. Times, Sunday Times
That sounds like small beer, but at a time of faltering growth it is a real loss. Times, Sunday Times
Within a period of a little more than a decade the stalwarts of the movement were found faltering in a state of utter frustration.
They dithered and faltered and could not get the roll-out of the leadership coup over to the public or even amongst themselves.
For a moment, Rivers faltered. Times, Sunday Times
But dad, won't the economy falter if there's not an abundance of talented people?
Damayanti commanded the stage, unfaltering, elegant and magically transformed from the person we knew off-stage.
This is the one hurdle at which most listeners coming in hope, tend to falter and often lose heart and turn away.
That is what triggers the crisis: confidence falters. Times, Sunday Times
As I walked on to the stage near the end, accompanied by my ‘family,’ the lights shone bright in my eyes and my step faltered.
After years of yeomanly service, it had begun to falter.
And faltering now would be doubly tragic, because the tide is turning. Christianity Today
The fine literary novelist Philip Hensher—whose "King of the Badgers" had been widely expected to feature on the list—had the most vinegary line on the subject: "Perhaps one shouldn't be surprised," he wrote in a column in the Sunday Telegraph, "since four of the five judges have themselves written thrillers in an amateur capacity—some quite good, some, such as chair of the judges Dame Stella Rimington's faltering efforts, atrociously bad. Kapow! Superheroes Still Pack a Punch
I have --" he tried to speak; faltered, broke, went on: "I have -- the kindliest feelings toward you, 'Thalia" -- his last word was in a whisper. The Way to Peace
My voice faltered to a stop. Between Worlds: A Reader, Rhetoric and Handbook
If growth falters and the economy risks another downturn, then policy could be eased. Times, Sunday Times
His fingers faltered on the piano keys, the discordant sound filling the room.
Labor's momentum may falter, the ‘It's time’ factor may not have the necessary lift either.
Who but the world's greatest impresario could attract stage sets by Braque, costumes by Chanel and choreography by Massine, all to guide and enhance the faltering steps of a young Russian composer? Diaghilev: Lord of the dance
Investment could dry up and that could cause the economy to falter.
What I said ain't what I meant," Martin confessed falteringly, while he made up his mind to throw himself wholly upon the other's mercy. Chapter 7
In the end it was simplicity itself as Cork toyed with our fast faltering challenge and virtually romped to the most facile of victories.
So I started to talk about it… hesitating and faltering all the way… and I bawled like a baby the entire time.
He served as a senator for 30 years before retiring in 2003 because of his faltering health.
The economy is beginning to falter.
Instead, our knee-jerk reactions to the anxiety we experience when our relationships falter is to give up on the challenges of intimacy before we really know what is next. Wendy Strgar: Voting with a Patient Heart
But I couldn't give in; one monster is much like another - once you falter, you're done.

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