surprise

Example Sentences

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To surprise him, I brought a story from Page 40 of the April 17, 1978 newspaper and pointed to the 16th paragraph: Apple’s first appearance in the Journal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s a zero-sum game for filmmakers and viewers alike, who would both do well to recognize the inherent value in surprise.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Given the devastating combination of big scoring and clinical finishing that Price has shown in recent weeks, it is little surprise that no-one but Littler has beaten him in the Premier League since week four.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Recent years have also had notable surprise acts revealed in the set times announcement, including Weezer and Ed Sheeran in 2025, Blink-182 in 2023 and Arcade Fire in 2022.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

An anonymous tip to child welfare resulted in a surprise visit to Kate’s apartment the spring of 1888.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock