foundering

the ship was foundering in the storm, taking on water rapidly.

his business was foundering after the loss of their biggest client.

the project was foundering due to a lack of funding and resources.

she felt her hopes foundering as the deadline approached.

the team's morale was foundering after a series of defeats.

the company was foundering under the weight of its debt.

he watched his career foundering after the scandal broke.

the negotiations were foundering on the issue of compensation.

the old system was foundering under the increased demand.

the athlete's confidence was foundering after the injury.

the relationship was foundering due to constant arguments.