be surprised

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Mark Hulbert shared the results of a long-term study on investment performance of AI-based strategies, and you might be surprised at the results.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Eckert was said to be "surprised" to learn that EFL regulations prohibited the practice.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“At this rate, we would not be surprised to end the year at 4% inflation,” she writes.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Said Barry Broome, president of the Greater Sacramento Economic Council: “If it’s a $4-billion fee, I’ll be surprised if there are too many people that would pay that.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

You’d be surprised at all I’m capable of, though.

From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling