as in surprise
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
the underdog's victory was a jaw-dropper in boxing circles
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That’s a mild surprise considering John Cena will face R-Truth on the same card.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025 -
Port selection is also a strong point, with the addition of a Thunderbolt 4 port a surprise on a budget machine.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
22 May 2025
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Shekinah’s friends were then in for a shock when Sarper suggested a clause of his own for their theoretical prenup.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
26 May 2025
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The shock expressed by analysts and Jørgensen's surprise at his firing reveal catastrophic communication breakdown.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2025
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The hope is that Mayer can provide a similar jolt with Bregman out, then translate that into a full-time MLB gig.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 May 2025
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The tariff jolt on Friday comes after markets this week have already been floundering under pressure from the bond market.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
23 May 2025
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This open-back, drop-waist stunner in an icy Cinderella blue?—
Lauren Alexis Fisher,
Footwear News,
28 May 2025
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This brings us to D.S. & Durga’s new trio of distinct aromatic scents: a verdant and green fougère; a regal, woodsy floral; and a breezy, spicy summer stunner.—
Michael Stefanov,
Robb Report,
27 May 2025
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The sources said the OEM team sent out the evacuation order to west Altadena soon after it was ordered to do so — a revelation that appears to rest the blame on county fire or sheriff officials.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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Perhaps most alarming to independent producers is the revelation that Channel 4 intends to house both its commissioning team and the new in-house production unit in the same physical space.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
21 May 2025
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Ventura, a key witness for the prosecution, was 8½ months pregnant during her testimony and made several bombshell accusations about events taking place during her 11-year relationship with Combs.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
27 May 2025
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The bombshell move comes as students from around the world were preparing to attend Harvard, the oldest university in the US and one of the nation’s most prestigious.—
Elizabeth Wolfe,
CNN Money,
22 May 2025
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“Jaw-dropper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropper. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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