surprised

Example Sentences

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Instead, the USC commit surprised himself by clearing the first four heights on his first attempt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

The researchers were especially surprised to find that blocking these neurons only after exercise was enough to stop endurance improvements, even though the neurons still worked normally during the workout itself.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

Makerfield constituent Helen Raymond admitted to being "quite surprised" by how strongly the Reform vote grew at the local elections.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

The 72-year-old said he had been hugely surprised to have his directorial debut, which stars his daughter Ella Bleu as an air hostess, accepted at the world's most prestigious film festival.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Thinking back, I suppose I shouldn’t have been surprised.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo