surprising

Example Sentences

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The psychology professor Pérez, who has worked as a political consultant, says the case of Pratt should not be surprising.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The actor gives a distinguished, surprising performance as the jealous general in Simon Godwin’s superb production at the Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

What makes this especially surprising is its place on the evolutionary tree.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

The war in Iran and the enormous electricity needs of data centers are transforming the global energy system, often in surprising ways.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Then, surprising everyone in the room—most of all myself—I open my mouth.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller