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tumbling

/ˈtʌmbəlɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does tumbling mean?

verb

To fall or roll in a series of somersaults, or to move in a clumsy or uncontrolled way. To fall or drop suddenly, often with a loud noise.

Example

"The skier tumbled down the mountain, her skis flying out from under her."

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