shocking

Example Sentences

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Prince’s shocking death in 2016 gave writers a reason to unearth the shady details of his antagonism toward Michael Jackson.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

The shocking answer unlocks a puzzle that has been troubling her, along with others that “The Kindness of Strangers” has laid out for the reader.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

He was the only one of seven judges to come to this shocking conclusion.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

“Some people never watch their movies, which is shocking to me. I’ve seen all of my movies bunches of times. I’ve watched ‘Thelma & Louise’ dozens of times.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

It’s shocking to think that he lived through such a terrible war.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh