stun

Example Sentences

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CBS News staffers were stunned when she decided to pull a segment on the abuses at an El Salvador prison used by the U.S. government to detain undocumented immigrants from Venezuela.

From Los Angeles Times

In a twist that stunned Westminster, she was then reinstated as home secretary just six days later, after Rishi Sunak entered 10 Downing Street.

From BBC

Mbeumo struck for the second time in two games since his return from the Africa Cup of Nations as United stunned Arsenal.

From Barron's

Thousands of trekkers visit Nepal every year for its stunning views of the Himalayas and routes lined with picturesque villages -- and emergency helicopter rescues are a critical part of the tourism industry.

From Barron's

Hearts were stunned by the sucker punch from Yang, but these guys are made of stern stuff.

From BBC