- present participle of stagger.
staggering
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The composer’s magnum opus, a fantasy saga that comprises four linked operas, is a work of both staggering, singular vision and extraordinary diversity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
Perhaps the most important lesson of this week’s staggering victory is also the lesson of the days ahead.
From Slate ● Nov. 5, 2026
"The latest Adaptation Gap Report exposes a staggering shortfall. For every dollar developing countries need to adapt, they receive just 10 cents," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
But perhaps the biggest challenge is the staggering cost of building housing for homeless people in L.A..
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
I break the spell by scooting away from the table, staggering out of my chair.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
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