be astonished

Example Sentences

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Herndon—and surely Lincoln as well—would be astonished that the future president’s first major speech has become such an organic reference point in modern political discourse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 7, 2025

"Next Wednesday is a big day that is finally arriving and I'd be astonished if the PM did anything ahead of that," said one.

From BBC • Nov. 11, 2023

"I would be astonished if the regulators go ahead with the banking licence," he added.

From Reuters • Apr. 6, 2023

You'll be astonished how much it never happened.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2023

Aunt was tired and went to sleep, but Uncle read his guidebook, and wouldn’t be astonished at anything.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott