shocking

Example Sentences

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Sinn Féin councillor Ronan McLaughlin described it as a "shocking assault" on the individuals who were "simply carrying out their jobs on behalf of the people of our city".

From BBC

For the first couple of days, it was shocking, but now it is humbling - people have reached out to say it inspired them to have the conversation with their parents.

From BBC

Only 10 years ago, Bad Bunny worked bagging groceries -- a shocking contrast with the cosmic fame the artist now commands.

From Barron's

Garcia called the shootings of Good and Pretti “horrific and shocking,” so much so that even some Republicans are acknowledging the “severity of what happened” — creating an opening for Noem’s impeachment.

From Los Angeles Times

“That is a truly shocking state of affairs.”

From The Wall Street Journal