straggle Synonyms
straggle Meaning
straggle (n)
a wandering or disorderly grouping (of things or persons)
straggle (v)
wander from a direct or straight course
go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way
straggle Sentence Examples
- The stragglers from the marching column staggered behind, their pace faltering.
- The last few sunflowers in the field straggled along, their petals faded.
- The hikers straggled into the campsite, weary and weary.
- The old dog straggled along behind its owner, its legs stiff with age.
- The stragglers in the race huffed and puffed, their lungs burning.
- The refugees straggled across the border, seeking safety.
- The wounded soldier straggled towards the medic, his steps heavy.
- The stragglers of the army struggled to keep up with the main column.
- The straggling cars on the highway caused a traffic jam.
- The stragglers in the crowd were easy to spot, their pace slow and hesitant.
FAQs About the word straggle
a wandering or disorderly grouping (of things or persons), wander from a direct or straight course, go, come, or spread in a rambling or irregular way
mill (about or around),stray, tramp, vagabond, meander, gypsy, saunter, hobo, amble,dawdle
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The stragglers from the marching column staggered behind, their pace faltering.
The last few sunflowers in the field straggled along, their petals faded.
The hikers straggled into the campsite, weary and weary.
The old dog straggled along behind its owner, its legs stiff with age.
