Startle and Stagger

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Startle

Startle verb - To make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected.
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Stagger is a synonym for startle in frighten topic. In some cases you can use "Stagger" instead a verb "Startle".
Nearby Words: startling, startled, startler

Stagger

Stagger verb - To move forward while swaying from side to side.
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Startle is a synonym for stagger in astonish topic. You can use "Startle" instead a verb "Stagger", if it concerns topics such as astound.
Nearby Words: staggering, staggered, staggeringly

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character startle character stagger character
people startle people stagger people
anyone startle anyone stagger anyone
opponent startle opponent stagger opponent
Other words: opponents, enemies.
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