as in to surprise
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
she was bowled over to learn that she had a long-lost sister
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Recent Examples of bowl over
At first, Melody is a bit bowled over by the Florida culture and the glitz of the Sunset Academy parents.
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Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2024
He’s now set to become president under Ellison as chairman-CEO, if the Skydance-Paramount deal is approved by regulators — and if controlling shareholder Shari Redstone isn’t bowled over by a better offer that materializes over the next month.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 10 July 2024
Manager Chi Ngo says an average of 500 bowls leave the kitchen a day, and the least busy times are 10 a.m., when the doors open, and between 3 and 6 p.m.
Like wine in the glass, pho changes flavor in the bowl over time.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
To warm, remove the bowl from your mixture and set the bowl over a pan of simmering water to gently warm the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring with a whisk during this time.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
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Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2024
He’s now set to become president under Ellison as chairman-CEO, if the Skydance-Paramount deal is approved by regulators — and if controlling shareholder Shari Redstone isn’t bowled over by a better offer that materializes over the next month.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 10 July 2024
Manager Chi Ngo says an average of 500 bowls leave the kitchen a day, and the least busy times are 10 a.m., when the doors open, and between 3 and 6 p.m.
Like wine in the glass, pho changes flavor in the bowl over time.
—Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 26 June 2024
To warm, remove the bowl from your mixture and set the bowl over a pan of simmering water to gently warm the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring with a whisk during this time.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bowl over
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That may surprise some, given that winter temperatures in the northern part of the province can plummet to minus 30 degrees Fahrenheit.Sofia Perez, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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Animals bring a feel-good factor like little else, and no story captured that better than one in which a grieving grandma was surprised by a new golden retriever after losing her previous dog.Terry Baddoo, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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What amazed me most, however, was the large number of people watching and tracking the trial.Anthony Michael Kreis, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
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Providing instant access to a wealth of information, the internet amazed my inquisitive mind.Usman Javaid, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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The group has tried to reassure a public both stunned by Assad's fall and concerned about extremist jihadis among the rebels.ALBERT AJI AND MATTHEW LEE THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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The two were eventually separated by Packers staff and game officials, but the incident left the veteran head coach stunned.Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 14 Dec. 2024
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The American public, whose trust in higher ed is at historic lows, may wonder why an employment practice that would seem shocking in most other industries is so commonplace on campuses.Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 8 Dec. 2024
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The accolade certainly shouldn't shock any fans of craft bourbon.Brad Japhe, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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She was startled out of her reverie—a strange erotic daydream, flesh without body, warmth without a face.Lauren Groff, The New Yorker, 8 Dec. 2024
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Unfortunately, that proves to be a problem when freaking Rob Cameron (Chris Fulton) startles Bri in her kitchen!Lincee Ray, EW.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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This year, Clarkson rocked a black suede coat with super-fluffy shearling trim at the lapels, cuffs, and hem, finishing the look with black boots and gleaming silver hoops.Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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First, she was spotted rocking the look, straight down her back, paired with hazel eye contacts, a pink pout and bedazzled eye corners.Larry Stansbury, Essence, 13 Dec. 2024
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We were astonished that now Frieda presents this differently.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 2 Dec. 2024
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The sheer volume of material astonished even those familiar with state paranoia.Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
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