Phrase guide

stall out

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To stall completely; to come to an end or quit through stalling

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive, usually

Qualifier: motor; aircraft; motor; aircraft

Examples

  • My car was running fine and then, for no reason, it stalled out.

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Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To slow, come to a halt, and remain; to linger

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: intransitive, usually

Qualifier: hurricane

Examples

  • The hurricane is expected to make landfall and then stall out, dumping several inches of rain over several days.

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Antonyms: none provided

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