be striking
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For some tourists, that contrast between the country's reputation and what they experience can be striking.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
Though the rate of growth in the number of millionaires continues to be striking, UBS shined a light on adults with wealth between $5 million and $100 million.
From Barron's ● Jun. 30, 2026
The company appears to be striking “an appropriate balance” between maintaining what appears to be conservative guidance and highlighting potential high-return organic growth opportunities, they add.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 22, 2026
The speed and uniformity of the response would be striking under any circumstances.
From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2026
But when one doesn’t see one’s family for many years at a time, the transformation can be striking.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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