shock

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After 25 years at Cravath, Barshay’s decision to leave a position once considered a cradle-to-grave job and join Paul Weiss was a shock in legal circles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

"It took time for the shock to hit me."

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Bianco notes that the S&P 500’s earnings momentum is still strong, despite the oil shock from the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

Such reactions can range from responses with “no clinical manifestations” to irritating rashes to life-threatening conditions such as anaphylactic shock, which constricts breathing and impairs motor function.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

On entering David’s farmhouse, Leah received the shock of her life.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock