Mon Dec 19, 2005 10:04 am Hobble/stagger/stride/pace |
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It’s all about using synonyms. All these verbs suggest a way of walking but there is difference in the meaning.
The verb “hobble” means to walk or move along with difficulty, limp. It suggests a physical defect. It’s more like “limp”. The verb “pace” means to walk back and forth moved by some strong, usually negative feeling, especially when you are angry, nervous or worried. The verb “stride” means to walk with long steps; make a long step across something The verb “stagger” means to move or stand unsteadily, most of the time drunk people walk like that. Hope this helps! Daniela
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