What's a better word for "to struggle"?

FLOUNDER

Definition:

To struggle clumsily or helplessly.

Synonyms: 

Fumble, Stumble, Blunder

Antonyms: 

Coast, Succeed, Triumph

Examples:

  • Watching Derek flounder while assembling a tent was a tragic yet oddly mesmerizing sight.

  • In the kitchen, Hongli floundered like a confused octopus, somehow burning the cereal.

Etymology:

Belived to be a blend of founder (sink) and blunder.

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