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as in stunned
affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise
you'd be amazed at the destruction one small squirrel can cause inside a house
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as in wondering
filled with amazement or wonder
a visitor cannot help but be amazed by the size of the Great Pyramid
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as in surprised
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your ability to remember names and faces amazes me
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Recent Examples of amazed
Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
Her parents don't accept her partner, Nick, but she's been amazed to see how the rest of her Amish family show their support and welcome her significant other.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Wet it with water, run it over your face, and be amazed at how your mascara, smoky eyeshadow, and eyebrows disappear in one fell swoop.
—Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
TikTok users were left baffled and amazed by a clip showing a cat seamlessly opening a door for a dog.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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When foodies walk into the indoor/outdoor restaurant, they’re beguiled by the tropical décor and amazed by dishes encompassing flavors that can be savored in layers.
—Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
Her parents don't accept her partner, Nick, but she's been amazed to see how the rest of her Amish family show their support and welcome her significant other.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
Wet it with water, run it over your face, and be amazed at how your mascara, smoky eyeshadow, and eyebrows disappear in one fell swoop.
—Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 30 Nov. 2024
TikTok users were left baffled and amazed by a clip showing a cat seamlessly opening a door for a dog.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amazed
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The officer opened the bag in front of the passenger and was shocked to see what was inside: 82 fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms and a canister of pepper spray — none of which are allowed in carry-on luggage.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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Virgin River season 5 recap: Wildfire brings new love and shocking revelations to the town In the present, Mel’s shocked that this is her parents’ meet cute.Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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The giant wall of (working!) video monitors that Wagner and his team built ended up being a great way to pull the characters, and the camera, into the same astonished viewership as the ABC audience.Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 20 Dec. 2024
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Much of this diaspora has also responded to Assad’s downfall with astonished glee, some rushing to return home.Alexander Smith, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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But the name stunned some community members.Lorraine Mirabella, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, her attempt to get into the festive spirit didn't quite go to plan, and her version of a balloon Santa has stunned the internet—for all the wrong reasons.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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None of us should be surprised that millions of Americans will be traveling on the road during this next week.Jim Sergent, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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She was mixed with different emotions—surprised, heartbroken, confused.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Citizens tried to derail the plan as well, more appalled by the idea of razing an old cemetery than delighted by the prospects of a new park.Christina Ray Stanton, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Oct. 2024
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Cancer advocates are appalled and are calling on Gov. Newsom to intervene.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 27 Sep. 2024
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Holiday ice rinks 2024:Here's where to skate outdoors in metro Phoenix Be awed by Glendale Glitters holiday lights Millions of lights illuminate the area between 57th and 59th avenues, and Glendale and Myrtle avenues in downtown Glendale for Glendale Glitters.Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 10 Dec. 2024
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With an awed expression and misty eyes, Swift marveled at the waves of aural affection, taking out her ear monitors to fully experience the overwhelming sound.Melissa Ruggieri, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Amazed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazed. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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