Meaning of the word teetering in English
What does teetering mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
teetering
US /ˈtiːtərɪŋ/
UK /ˈtiːtərɪŋ/
Adjective
1.
moving unsteadily, as if about to fall
Example:
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The old building was teetering on the brink of collapse.
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He watched the child teetering on the edge of the curb.
2.
being in an unstable or precarious position
Example:
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The company's finances were teetering after several bad investments.
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The country was teetering on the brink of civil war.
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