shocked
Example Sentences
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"I would be shocked if this is unique to the fly," Yang said.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
That began with the shocked roar that met Rush’s first number, 1977’s “Xanadu,” a chugging slab of custom-van-tested shag splendor, akin to kicking off a trick show with the most dangerous stunt.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Norma Frerichs was shocked to learn how much her monthly Medigap premiums would cost for 2026.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
Nancy, from Bala, was shocked by the research, adding she could not understand how young people could afford that many as she only had takeaways once or twice a month.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
I was so shocked by what I saw I dropped the apple I was holding in my hand.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
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