shocking
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McNeil has made a career out of reliving the gritty tales of debauchery and explosive expression that gave rise to the Ramones and CBGB’s and shocking tales of New York in the 1970s.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2026
Just two years after the 62-year-old actor snapped up the modern 4,000-square-foot home, shocking images have revealed extensive damage outside the residence, with the collapse cracking open the sidewalk and leaving behind a gaping hole.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026
The European Union parliament's rapporteur on Turkey condemned the arrests as "a shocking escalation in the repression" in the country Turkey.
From Barron's ● Sep. 13, 2026
The health of children in Wales is "shocking" and outcomes for young people are worsening or slowing down in many areas, children's doctors have said.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
“Going by her, you might be as old as twelve. That’s still a shocking age to get married.”
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
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