- present participle of stagger.
staggering
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Given a blank check, Fennell brings the world of Brontë’s novel to life — not with staggering realism, as so many other adaptations have, but with fervent fantasy.
From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026
The slide extended a bout of volatility that has raised worries that stocks’ record run is rooted in the staggering gains of a handful of chip companies.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
But there is no shortage of evangelists who will point to Musk's staggering ability to raise money, challenge orthodoxy and prove his doubters wrong.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
It was placed on the market in October 2024 for a staggering $58 million.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
Then he hooked Bull’s arm around his neck and together they rose, and began staggering toward home.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
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