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a disease of the central nervous system affecting especially horses and cattle; characterized by an unsteady swaying gait and frequent falling

As our economy staggers, the issue of U. S troops is bound to resurface. — Philly.com - Latest Videos
As our economy staggers, the issue of US troops is bound to resurface.
Then thy reason staggers, and thou'rt almost drunk CARE. — The Comedies of William Congreve Volume 1 [of 2]
A horse with the staggers was not in it with a mulish Lampton If you hear from him, or find undeniable proofs that the story is true, will you go then Yes, when Michael tells me with his own lips, or I see it in his own handwriting, or I myself am convinced that Millicent was with him, I will meekly obey you. — There was a King in Egypt
A horse so afflicted is said to have "staggers." — Special Report on Diseases of the Horse