1
: causing astonishment or disbelief
stunning news
2
: strikingly impressive especially in beauty or excellence
a stunning view
stunning workmanship
stunningly
adverb
Examples of stunning in a Sentence
Researchers have made a stunning discovery.
Our room had a stunning view of the lake.
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In the red light district of Paris sits a viral, visually stunning basketball court that has become revered, as Eduardo Tansley writes in a fun story today.
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Alex Kirshner, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
Bivol suffered his first career loss at the hands of defending champion Beterbiev in a stunning result four months ago and quickly called for a rematch.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 23 Feb. 2025
To create a stunning set, check out the BeCalm collection’s scoop-neck pullovers, sports bras, tank tops, long-sleeve shirts, and the Everywhere Belt Bag in matching colors.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2025
Even in winter, the stunning coastline of Southern Norway invites exploration.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
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Alex Kirshner, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
Bivol suffered his first career loss at the hands of defending champion Beterbiev in a stunning result four months ago and quickly called for a rematch.
—Ben Morse, CNN, 23 Feb. 2025
To create a stunning set, check out the BeCalm collection’s scoop-neck pullovers, sports bras, tank tops, long-sleeve shirts, and the Everywhere Belt Bag in matching colors.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2025
Even in winter, the stunning coastline of Southern Norway invites exploration.
—David Nikel, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2025
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“Stunning.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stunning. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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