sputterings

the engine was sputtering, indicating a problem.

she was sputtering with rage after hearing the news.

his speech was sputtering due to his nervousness.

the candle was sputtering, threatening to go out.

after the storm, the lights were sputtering on and off.

the old car started sputtering as it climbed the hill.

he was sputtering his words in disbelief.

her laughter turned into sputtering giggles.

the coffee machine started sputtering, signaling it was ready.

as he spoke, his voice became sputtering and unclear.