startling
Example Sentences
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A Southern California driver made a startling discovery Sunday morning when they found a live bird of prey stuck in the grille of their car.
From Los Angeles Times
Hargitay’s deep exploration of Mansfield’s life and the discovery that her mother was the exact opposite of her onscreen persona leads her to some startling revelations that affect her own life.
From Los Angeles Times
We can no longer experience psychologically how startling Mr. Gehry’s house was, for the constraints from which it freed itself no longer exist.
It was a startling symbol of architectural talent.
From Los Angeles Times
A philosopher, historian, songbird of grief and prophet, Didion foretold the city’s future with startling accuracy.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
