Meaning of the word teeter in English

What does teeter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

teeter

US /ˈtiː.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈtiː.tər/

Verb

1.

to move or sway unsteadily

Example:
The toddler began to teeter and then fell over.
The stack of books began to teeter precariously.
2.

to be on the verge of a decision or outcome

Example:
The company's future began to teeter on the brink of collapse.
His reputation began to teeter after the scandal.
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