be startled
Example Sentences
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But even jaded readers will be startled by the scope of the self-organizing tyranny besetting the book world.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026
A person with Tourette disorder might be startled by each separate sound, especially if it increases in volume.
From Science Daily • May 6, 2024
Occasionally a large group of birds will be startled and show up as a ring on the radar detection system, he said.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 17, 2023
He seemed even more fragile than usual, like he might be startled out of his chair by any sudden movement.
From Slate • Aug. 27, 2022
I would be startled to catch myself thinking in a remote way of my earlier self as another person.
From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey
