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teetering

[ˈtiːtərɪŋ]

teetering Definition

  • 1move or balance unsteadily; sway back and forth
  • 2be on the verge of collapse or failure

Using teetering: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "teetering" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The vase was teetering on the edge of the table.

  • Example

    The economy is teetering on the brink of recession.

  • Example

    She was teetering in her high heels.

teetering Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for teetering

Antonyms for teetering

Phrases with teetering

  • teetering on the brink/edge

    to be very close to a dangerous or difficult situation

    Example

    The company is teetering on the brink of bankruptcy.

  • teeter-totter

    a long narrow board balanced in the middle on a fixed support, on each end of which children sit and swing up and down by pushing on the ground with their feet

    Example

    The kids were playing on the teeter-totter in the park.

  • a seesaw used by acrobats to perform stunts

    Example

    The circus performers did amazing tricks on the teeterboard.

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Summary: teetering in Brief

The verb 'teetering' [ˈtiːtərɪŋ] describes an unsteady movement or balance, often on the verge of collapse or failure. It can refer to physical objects like vases or people in high heels, as well as abstract concepts like the economy. The phrase 'teetering on the brink/edge' denotes a dangerous or difficult situation, while 'teeter-totter' and 'teeterboard' refer to playground equipment and circus props, respectively.

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