be surprised
Example Sentences
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“I would not be surprised if additional companies will issue equity, because their needs for capital are so large because of the opportunity.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026
The U.S. can’t afford to be surprised again.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Those are the more predictable candidates, but do not be surprised if there are some surprise bids for the boot.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
“At this rate, we would not be surprised to end the year at 4% inflation,” she writes.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Anyway, you would be surprised by how many people died in the killer skunk attacks of 1919, including poor Billy Snagglehook, May God Rest His Soul.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
