surprised
Example Sentences
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You'd be surprised how many of us are overweight.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
New homeowners might be surprised to find that their first year’s property-tax bill was a lot smaller than the second year’s.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
Roland added that she was not surprised to hear complaints of poor living conditions from sailors on board, given that their few days of reprieve for port call constantly were being delayed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
He drew comparisons with the way the emergence of generative AI surprised businesses, who didn’t have the right talent or data infrastructure in place to start using it right away.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
I wouldn’t be surprised if we see your name up on that plaque when you graduate, Gracie.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
