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stagger Definition and Meaning in English (stagger definition)

verb
Synonyms:totterwobblereel
Quick Answer • Definition

Stagger definition: To walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall.

Definitions of Stagger

  1. 1verb

    To walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall.

  2. 2verb

    To deeply shock or overwhelm someone with a sudden, powerful impact.

  3. 3noun

    An unsteady walk or movement.

Example Sentences

casual

“He began to stagger after drinking too much.”

casual

“The news of her sudden death staggered everyone.”

casual

“He walked with a slight stagger after the long journey.”

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third person singularstaggers
past tensestaggered
present participlestaggering
adverbstaggeringly

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Stagger definition: To walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall.
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'Stagger' translates to 'stagger' in English. Stagger definition: To walk or move unsteadily, as if about to fall.
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