staggering
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Hobbs’ administration is taking these steps “to avoid staggering fines of hundreds of millions of dollars that would further endanger food assistance for vulnerable Arizonans,” Soto said in a statement.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
This year the program is expected to cost taxpayers a staggering $615 billion.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
The photo illustrates the "staggering reality" of the multi-animal incidents dealt with by the RSPCA, which have increased by 70% in England and Wales since 2021, it said.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
The country broke ground on more than 550 infrastructure projects last year alone in a staggering spree that will cost around $200 billion.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
The smell was so gross that even the teachers were running outside, staggering around the playground and gasping for air.
From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers
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