stagger under



stagger under something

to struggle or totter under a serious burden, either a heavy object or a serious problem or responsibility. The welfare budget is staggering under the burden of having to care for many people. Sam staggered under the heavy load and finally fell.
See also: stagger

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Abi-Scottish
Tariro-Southern African, Shona
ValtoVAHL-toFinnish
Tahmasp-Ancient Persian
Yamanu-Egyptian Mythology
Madge[mædʒ]