bowl over

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Recent Examples on the Web 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 The strike also bowled over dozens more cattle gathered around the trailer waiting to eat, Crocket said. Emilee Coblentz, USA TODAY, 29 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for bowl over 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bowl over
Verb
  • After the show, the teen's interview with Vogue went viral when viewers were surprised by her accent, which had a slight Southern twang and Aussie twist.
    Emma Aerin Becker, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024
  • Offer ongoing feedback and professional development Treasure Jones, a first grade teacher in Indianapolis, was surprised by the lack of oversight during her first few years of teaching.
    Kayla Jimenez, USA TODAY, 25 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • The two played four minutes together during one of the Lakers’ six preseason games, a moment that left LeBron James amazed.
    Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
  • The title signals the jump scare that the image maker hoped would likewise amaze the viewer when the 3D ghost loomed before their very eyes.
    Andrea Kaston Tange, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • For the pre-show carpet, Tyla stunned in a bright pink, floor-length gown that featured beaded designs, cutout details and a cascading train.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Commanders defensive tackle Johnny Newton, the rookie out of Illinois, recovered and the Bears were stunned.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Her statement shocked activists on either side of the issue.
    Elizabeth Rees / Made by History, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The experience of getting shocked activates an engram in the brain, which stores the unpleasant memory.
    William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • As prey animals, they can be easily startled and stressed by the loud noises and fast, uncoordinated movements typical of excited kids.
    Lisa Bloch, The Mercury News, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Ukraine, meanwhile, startled Russia by sending troops across the border in a daring incursion last month.
    Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2024
Verb
  • International executives will have to contend with a region rocked by geopolitical tensions, with the threat of further military confrontation between Israel and Iran at the highest levels in decades.
    Brooke Seipel, Fortune, 27 Oct. 2024
  • Later in the film, during another vote, an explosion rocks the chapel, causing dust and rubble to fall on the cardinals.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 26 Oct. 2024
Verb
  • Sorg didn't anticipate that Charlie's story would touch so many hearts, but she's been astonished by the positive response.
    Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
  • Floor-to-Ceiling Home Library When Bella takes in Edward's bedroom for the first time, she's astonished by the array of bookshelves.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024

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“Bowl over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bowl%20over. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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