staggering (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈstæɡər/

Definition

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

Examples

• The injured soldier had to stagger back to the barracks.

• She staggered out of the bar, unable to walk straight.

• He staggered under the weight of the heavy boxes.

How to Use staggering

stagger back (phrasal verb)

To move backward unsteadily. — "He staggered back in surprise when he saw the ghost."

stagger under (prepositional phrase)

To move unsteadily because of a heavy weight or burden. — "The porter staggered under the weight of the luggage."

staggered by (prepositional phrase)

To be shocked or surprised by something. — "They were staggered by the unexpected results."

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