1. A system where participants, vehicles, or people begin a race, competition, or activity at different times rather than simultaneously
The marathon used a staggered start to reduce congestion at the beginning of the race.
A maratona usou uma saída escalonada para reduzir o congestionamento no início da corrida.
2. In sports, particularly cycling and time trials, where competitors start at intervals
The time trial cycling event featured a staggered start with riders departing every 30 seconds.
O evento de contrarrelógio de ciclismo apresentava uma saída escalonada com ciclistas partindo a cada 30 segundos.
3. A work schedule where employees begin their shifts at different times
The office implemented a staggered start to ease the rush hour commute.
O escritório implementou horários escalonados para aliviar o congestionamento da hora do rush.