The fish continued to flounder in the shallow water.
flounder in confusion
Frequency:
60
%
He floundered in confusion as he tried to explain himself.
flounder awkwardly
Frequency:
50
%
She floundered awkwardly through her speech.
Idiomatic Expressions for flounder
Phrase: flounder in the water
Meaning: to be in a state of confusion or indecision
Usage: After receiving the news, he was floundering in the water, unsure of what to do next.