sputtering (Meaning)

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sputtering (n)

the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively

The engine sputtered to life after several attempts.
The radio's signal sputtered and crackled, making the broadcast difficult to understand.
The dying candle's flame sputtered weakly before finally extinguishing.
As the battery drained, the computer screen sputtered and flickered.
The sputtering of the lawnmower interrupted the otherwise tranquil summer afternoon.
The pilot fought to control the sputtering plane as it threatened to crash.
The sputtering of the espresso machine filled the café with a rich aroma.
The fireworks sputtered and fizzled before bursting into vibrant colors.
The old man's voice sputtered as he struggled to speak.
The broken water fountain sputtered out a feeble stream before ceasing altogether.

the noise of something spattering or sputtering explosively

muttering, mumbling, maundering, stuttering, halting, stammering, stumbling, faltering, hesitant,inarticulate

eloquent, verbal, glib, vocal, fluent, facile, voluble, facile, verbal, glib

The engine sputtered to life after several attempts.

The radio's signal sputtered and crackled, making the broadcast difficult to understand.

The dying candle's flame sputtered weakly before finally extinguishing.

As the battery drained, the computer screen sputtered and flickered.