staggered
Example Sentences
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Startled young women, hands in the air, staggered out of darkened rooms.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
On police advice, the couple used three different removal companies and staggered their move to make sure the criminals did not find out her new address.
From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026
A simple strategy is to “ladder” Treasury bills: Divide your investment into portions and purchase bills with staggered maturities, such as 3, 6, 9 and 12 months.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
Separately, the government announced spring and autumn school holidays and is encouraging staggered paid leave—moves that could lift family-oriented tourism and leisure spending.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Like a man in leg irons he staggered to his feet.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
