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shock

[shok] / ʃɒk /




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In fact, studies suggest that around 10% receive a shock from their device after it detects an abnormal heart rhythm.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Beyond the oil shock, there are other inflationary pressures at play.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

In both residential areas, the tragedies were met with an outpouring of shock, grief and demands for answers.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Beyond the geopolitical noise, the oil market is resilient and has digested the supply shock well for now, says Norbert Rucker, head of economics and next generation research.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

It circled lower and closer, and Christopher’s whole body stiffened in shock.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell




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