staggered
Example Sentences
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“I’m absolutely staggered that it was left to me, as a member of the public, to see and report this.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
I didn’t feel any affinity with the humanoid that smashed Bolt’s 100-meter record, but found the robot weightlifter that crumpled under a 15kg barbell and staggered into a table very relatable.
From Slate ● Sep. 27, 2026
Still, because the homes are staggered up a hillside, upward of 100 properties could gain a better lake view from the poisoned trees’ removal, according to the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
The staggered release schedule is likely a result of supply-chain constraints, according to David Naranjo, associate director at Counterpoint Research.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 7, 2026
He staggered sideways on his spindly legs, tripped over his own foot, and fell full-length into the crick.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
