Vocabulary Entry

stagger

|verb • noun

verb

To walk or move unsteadily, often due to weakness or instability.

Example Sentences

"He staggered after standing up too quickly."

"The loud noise caused her to stagger back in surprise."

"She was so tired that she could barely stagger to the finish line."

noun

Example Sentences

"The stagger in his steps showed how fatigued he was."

"During the performance, the dancer's stagger added to the dramatic effect."

"He noticed a stagger in the way she spoke, revealing her nervousness."