shocked
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The first warning came last January when Chinese open-source AI model DeepSeek, then unknown outside industry circles, shocked observers with its performance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
However, struggling to find the whereabouts of the gynaecology department in the hospital, she said she was shocked to find out where she had been directed to go.
From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026
Many assume they will always be able to live independently and are shocked to learn, when assistance is required, that Medicare does not cover long-term care or assisted living.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
When Olympic tickets went on sale in April, fans were shocked and frustrated at high prices, a 24% service fee and limited availability for key events.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
There was a shocked yell from Strong Jonn at the head of the line.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
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