Pronunciation: /ˈstæɡərd/
verb to walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall
A1 She staggered home after a long night of dancing.
A2 The hiker staggered up the steep mountain trail, out of breath.
B1 The company staggered the work shifts to accommodate employees' schedules.
B2 The sudden news of the company's bankruptcy staggered the employees.
C1 The politician's scandalous behavior staggered the public and led to his resignation.
C2 The impact of the natural disaster staggered the entire region, causing widespread devastation.
adjective walking or moving unsteadily, as if about to fall
A1 She staggered into the room, looking tired and disoriented.
A2 The hiker staggered along the trail, exhausted from the long trek.
B1 The company's financial report showed staggered growth over the past year.
B2 The team's performance was staggered, with some members excelling while others struggled.
C1 The novel's narrative structure was deliberately staggered to create suspense.
C2 The artist's use of staggered lines and shapes created a sense of movement in the painting.
formal The hiker staggered along the rocky trail, struggling to keep his balance.
informal After the party, Sarah staggered home, still feeling the effects of the alcohol.
slang I was so staggered by the news that I couldn't even speak.
figurative The company's profits staggered in the third quarter, causing concern among investors.
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