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as in surprising
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
it was rather amazing that the store let me return the sweater after I'd worn and even washed it
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
the amazing feats of the circus acrobats simply enthralled the audience
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as in stunning
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your ability to remember names and faces amazes me
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amazing results
an amazing ability
an astonishing ability
a phenomenal ability
an incredible ability
an awesome ability
a marvelous ability
amazing experience
an amazing amount
an amazing job
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Recent Examples of amazing
Ben Church, CNN, 5 Mar. 2025
Thank you to The Academy for this recognition and to my amazing peers for the inspiration.
—Benjamin Vanhoose, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
After noticing the amazing variety of animals residing in and around them, the semi-retirees decided to set up Ring cameras all around their home.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
There was a 27-inch gaming monitor with an amazing 500-Hz refresh rate for buttery smooth action.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 4 Mar. 2025
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Grateful for the Eagles Organization, grateful for my team, grateful for the amazing fans in Philly.
—Ben Church, CNN, 5 Mar. 2025
Thank you to The Academy for this recognition and to my amazing peers for the inspiration.
—Benjamin Vanhoose, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
After noticing the amazing variety of animals residing in and around them, the semi-retirees decided to set up Ring cameras all around their home.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Mar. 2025
There was a 27-inch gaming monitor with an amazing 500-Hz refresh rate for buttery smooth action.
—Simon Hill, WIRED, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amazing
Adjective
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Rubin: There was a surprising lack of campiness to this whole thing.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2025
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This ability was not entirely surprising, given Flack’s musical background.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
The New Yorker,
1 Mar. 2025
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So actually, the story can be looked at as a celebration of the fact that your disability can just be one wonderful part of you.—
Esme Mazzeo,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2025
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And if your neighborhood doesn’t, start one! Start a Book or Card Club There’s so many wonderful books out there just waiting to be discussed.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Lilian did not mind telling the truth, but truths could be startling and leave people uneasy—spooked, Lilian called that state.—
Yiyun Li,
The New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2025
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As the cars ripped by on the track, the speed is startling, and almost doesn’t make sense.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Nebbiolo grapes for this stunning wine are grown on 45-year-old vines and hail from the Colonnello vineyard.—
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen,
Robb Report,
7 Mar. 2025
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March has finally arrived, bringing with it a suite of stunning new tracks from some of the biggest stars in music — but which ones are your favorites this week?—
Stephen Daw,
Billboard,
7 Mar. 2025
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TikTok, despite facing regulatory scrutiny and bans in some countries, continues to grow at an astonishing pace, with over a billion active users worldwide.—
Anisha Sircar,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Of course, the design and insect environment is mainly a framework for astonishing circus acts.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
9 Mar. 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
Adjective
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There are countless women running incredible kitchens.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
8 Mar. 2025
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The group has scored an incredible six No. 1 hits on the Hot 100, which certifies the South Korean stars as among the most commercially successful acts of the past decade.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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Now, in order to help Ao Bing’s soul recover his tangible body, Ne Zha will have to hide his identity as a demon, overcome multiple obstacles to become an immortal, and obtain a miraculous elixir to aid his pal.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
2 Mar. 2025
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Over the past 50 years, medicine has made miraculous advances in treating leukemia and other cancers affecting kids, largely due to research supported by the National Institutes of Health.—
Benjamin Mazer,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Amazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazing. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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