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incredulous

[in-krej-uh-luhs] / ɪnˈkrɛdʒ ə ləs /


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When provided with the county’s explanation, Johnson was incredulous.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

I’m incredulous, gobsmacked, and I don’t even get a delicious salad big enough to feed a Texas marching band.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

Ardent Donald fans recall his wife’s response when he retired in 2024, and followers were incredulous that he would do so with seemingly plenty of outstanding football ahead of him.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 4, 2026

I ask, slightly incredulous at how this detail has only emerged 29 years later.

From BBC Jan. 4, 2026

When a group of Europeans offered to overthrow the demon in exchange for a claim to the lands it haunted, the incredulous local leaders consented.

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull




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