Synonyms for flailing
flail·ing

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1. lurch

   because it is a sudden movement.

   the boy was flailing on the ice.

   Submitted by rinat on November 4, 2015  

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1. Rami Khouri:

   The Saudis have many fine qualities but statecraft and diplomacy is not one of their skills, they are really worried, frenzied and flailing around and it's very dangerous. Right now they are acting in a dangerous and reckless way.

2. Ryan Ykoruk:

   Instead of flailing away, he was quiet and subdued, and gave them hugs and shook their hands. He demonstrated exactly what the kids needed.

3. Sarah Oates:

   They're flailing. They've been doing this for decades, and they have a very well-oiled delivery system, but right now their content just isn't working, the Ukrainians may be completely outgunned by traditional military, but they are winning the propaganda war.

4. Ronna Romney:

   Joe Biden promised unity but has instead demonized and smeared Americans, while making life more expensive for all, while Republicans remain focused on the issues that matter most to voters, Joe Biden and Democrats are flailing in the final days, because they have lost touch with the concerns of families struggling to get by.

5. Rami Hashish:

   Upwards of 60 % of injuries in mosh pits are to the head -- these can range in severity from a bump or bruise to a traumatic brain injury. And can be the result of flailing arms, getting pushed into another person, or falling to the ground.