sputtered

the engine sputtered before it finally started.

he sputtered out a few words of apology.

the candle sputtered as the wind blew.

she sputtered in disbelief at the news.

the car sputtered and then stalled.

he sputtered with rage when he heard the insult.

the coffee machine sputtered before brewing.

the actor sputtered his lines during the performance.

as the fireworks exploded, they sputtered in the sky.

the old computer sputtered and froze.