startled

Example Sentences

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In a move that startled many customers, sustainable fashion retailer Everlane has been acquired by Shein.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

He gleefully brought the startled players together with the Spanish Harlem Orchestra, an uptown salsa and jazz band, for concerts at Lincoln Center and Washington Heights.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Cenet said he was startled to see that "everyday life continued" on the ship after the captain's announcement.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

The man "looked as startled as I was" and quickly left.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

I’m startled by her question and even more startled by her nonchalant attitude.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller