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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
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 10 Jan. 2025
Newcastle are fifth and at ease with themselves, an astonishing turnaround from just a month ago and testament to both their own accomplishment and a haphazard league.
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
Having the Internet all the time was astonishing and felt like the future.
—Ars Technica, 8 Jan. 2025
The Spurs rookie is averaging 1.0 steals and an astonishing 3.9 blocks per game this season.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Adjective
The sheer quantity of extremist marketing lunacy churned out by Old State Saloon in Eagle is astonishing.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 10 Jan. 2025
Newcastle are fifth and at ease with themselves, an astonishing turnaround from just a month ago and testament to both their own accomplishment and a haphazard league.
—George Caulkin, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
Having the Internet all the time was astonishing and felt like the future.
—Ars Technica, 8 Jan. 2025
The Spurs rookie is averaging 1.0 steals and an astonishing 3.9 blocks per game this season.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 3 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astonishing
Adjective
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Denver was one of the more surprising teams in the NFL this season, finishing 10-7 and making the playoffs for the first time since winning the Super Bowl in 2015.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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However, the way Davis’ preferences were revealed was a bit surprising given his typically quiet maneuvering.—
Jovan Buha,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The tip is $21,000, which is nice but not amazing, especially given all the dietary restrictions.—
Emma Soren,
Vulture,
28 Jan. 2025
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Available for an amazing 71% off today, the Jabra Elite 85t earbuds deliver quality audio, solid noise cancelation, and a beautiful design.—
Gabriela Vatu,
PCMAG,
28 Jan. 2025
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Some stats set to be fired off at Content Americas will make for startling viewing.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2025
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The repeat president has just shy of 15 million followers on TikTok, but the appearance of his name on the app’s welcome screen was nevertheless startling to many.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
19 Jan. 2025
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Jung-bae wound up in a room of three, with Player 001 and some rando — but Player 001 choked the stranger to death in time to reduce their head count, shocking Jung-bae more than a bit.—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
26 Dec. 2024
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Fox News Digital obtained shocking audio between Cyrus and his estranged wife where the country crooner is heard berating his Australian ex and using profane language.—
Ashley Hume,
Fox News,
26 Dec. 2024
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Hours later, from the Oval Office, Trump signed a stunning executive order that granted pardons to more than fifteen hundred individuals who had been convicted of crimes linked to the violent Capitol riot four years ago.—
Tess Owen,
The New Yorker,
30 Jan. 2025
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Thanks to the twin blowers, the Vantage’s engine pounded out a stunning 550 horsepower and 555 lb-ft of torque.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Away from the bottle-poppers of Mykonos, but hardly removed from the season’s social buzz, the white-washed, flat-roofed villas that wrap the cliffs of Santorini are wonderful places to while away a summer.—
Christopher Cameron,
Robb Report,
27 Jan. 2025
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The melty cheese and crispy bread are a wonderful combination.—
Nick Siano,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Not even the most miraculous shot of his life was enough to earn Nikola Jokic the fourth quarter off this time.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
24 Jan. 2025
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No, this isn’t a miraculous leadership makeover that infuses you with supernatural energy.—
Liz Guthridge,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Not the method itself, but how a player scores their three goals — a hat-trick can come from three tap-ins, or three long-range strikes alongside an incredible performance.—
Ahmed Walid,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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The Lions, after an incredible 15-2 regular season, couldn’t overcome massive injuries to their defense that coordinator Aaron Glenn, another hot coaching candidate, somehow managed as the year wore on.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Jan. 2025
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“Astonishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astonishing. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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