Staggering

usgb/ˈstæɡərɪŋ/
adjective

Very shocking or surprising, often said about a large quantity.

It's staggering how much food is wasted each year.
Visual representation of "staggering" - Very shocking or surprising, often said about a large quantity.

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  • staggering amount
  • staggering number
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Large Quantities

Use 'staggering' for emphasis when discussing numbers that are surprisingly large or significant.

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The charity raised a staggering amount of money.
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Surprising Impact

Apply 'staggering' to highlight the unexpected impact or effect of something.

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The final score of the game was staggering.
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