staggered
Example Sentences
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He could see that as George staggered closer.
From Literature
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Fed governors serve staggered 14-year terms in order to insulate them from political influence.
From MarketWatch
When Congress restructured the central bank in 1935, lawmakers created staggered 14-year terms for governors and limited their removal to “for cause.”
The Rams nearly were staggered by a late touchdown pass by Caleb Williams to force overtime, but their defense recovered to intercept Williams in the extra period, setting up the decisive drive.
From Los Angeles Times
The case, which was initially scheduled to last four days, instead involved hearings staggered over several months.
From BBC
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