surprisingly

Example Sentences

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"People looking to raise awareness come through here with messages but, surprisingly, we don't have the kit we need to protect ourselves," Budjo Amos complained.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

For decades, many evolutionary biologists have viewed much of molecular evolution as surprisingly quiet.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

Good-naturedly mocking his own kind, Mr. Jonas is surprisingly comfortable playing a mostly unflattering part.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

The Supreme Court issued a surprisingly good decision in a racial jury-selection case on Thursday.

From Slate • May 28, 2026

It was also good, and surprisingly comforting, to have their company.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo