startling

Example Sentences

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We’ll see several startling upsets in this round that won’t end up mattering, along with a disheartening number of 0-0 and 1-1 draws.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Which is what makes the events of the past month so startling.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

But it’s a startling precedent to sanction a citizen of an ally with independent courts for mere legal advocacy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

The orchestra is famed for taking startling chances on charismatic, emerging but inexperienced conductors of exceptional talent who reached greatness and became dazzling stars over long tenures.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Echi dropped down from the tree, startling the Quassia.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton