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as in surprising
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
gave us the astonishing news she was getting married
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as in amazing
causing wonder or astonishment
an astonishing view of the Grand Canyon that few tourists get to see
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as in stunning
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the news that you and she broke up absolutely astonishes me
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Recent Examples of astonishing
Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
Custodians of Wonder: Ancient Customs, Profound Traditions, and the Last People Keeping Them Alive
A vivid look at 10 astonishing people who are maintaining some of the world's oldest and rarest cultural traditions.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
With a blazing yet meticulous combination of action, setting, and performance, the astonishing dénouement is reminiscent of masterworks by D. W. Griffith.
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—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 5 Dec. 2024
The results, four years later, were nothing short of astonishing.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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Wall Street analyst Eric Handler of Roth Capital Management says Thanksgiving was nothing short of astonishing.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Dec. 2024
Custodians of Wonder: Ancient Customs, Profound Traditions, and the Last People Keeping Them Alive
A vivid look at 10 astonishing people who are maintaining some of the world's oldest and rarest cultural traditions.
—Laura Kiniry, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Dec. 2024
With a blazing yet meticulous combination of action, setting, and performance, the astonishing dénouement is reminiscent of masterworks by D. W. Griffith.
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—Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 5 Dec. 2024
The results, four years later, were nothing short of astonishing.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
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Jamie Foxx's birthday dinner took a surprising turn on Friday the 13th.Jay Stahl, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
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In August 2024, the United States, also a major plastic and oil producer, announced a surprising policy shift by now committing to support limits on plastic production as well.Susan Solomon, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
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Expect opulent craft cocktails, Champagne and wine, plus caviar, oysters and light bites/shareables, presented in a space with amazing views and a Googie design.Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 17 Dec. 2024
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So everybody was just trying to ask something of me, which was an amazing thing.Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 17 Dec. 2024
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The film at times has the encompassing pansexuality of a D.H. Lawrence novel (Women in Love, say, which was adapted into a rather startling film back in 1969) but with everyone wearing immaculate shorts and tennies.Tom Gliatto, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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This startling documentary by Chris Smith (‘Fyre,’ ‘100 Foot Wave’) is told through intimate access to Bryan Johnson, a man who has dedicated his life to defy aging.Jack Dunn, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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In the show’s two signature numbers, both of them Norma’s declarations of her own worthiness, Scherzinger stands at center stage and belts with shocking vocal power and agility, surrounded by purgatorial swirls of smoke and blown out by that Lloydian white light.Daniel D'Addario, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
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But rather than play up the murders’ shocking gore or give momentum to Lois’ investigation, the first few episodes are content to linger in the investigator’s ennui.Alison Herman, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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The stunning collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime has presented a new opportunity to gather fresh intelligence on the American national, according to current and former US officials.Nathan Hodge, CNN, 19 Dec. 2024
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Opt for a chrome finish for your silver nails with high shine with some jeweled details, like this stunning mani on Megan Fox.Audrey Noble, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2024
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The residents of this wonderful city hold a special place in my heart.Melissa Noel, Essence, 16 Dec. 2024
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Watch The Small One on Disney+ Ice Age: A Mammoth Christmas This short holiday special catches up with the Ice Age characters at the most wonderful time of the year … well, in theory.Sydni Ellis, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Around the same time, The County Buzz – the high school sports magazine Etienne launched in 2005 – made a miraculous comeback.Chris Quintana, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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This is a 16-time Funny Car champion, mind you, whose latest chapter reads like something out of a Hollywood blockbuster, complete with fire, fury, and a miraculous escape.Greg Engle, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Taking cues from its assortment of cosmetics, the space leans into clean lines, minimal accents, and like any good beauty store, incredible lighting—perfect for swatching, spritzing, and perhaps a selfie or two.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024
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Who'll win week 1 Schools officials describe Davis as an accomplished photographer, videographer, filmmaker and editor who possesses incredible skill in the technical performing arts, Green Hill High School Counseling Secretary Amy Brewer said.Katie Nixon, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Astonishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astonishing. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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