shocking

Example Sentences

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“The lack of access to care contributes to the shocking rate of preventable in-custody deaths, such as suicides,” according to a statement released by Bonta’s office when it filed the suit.

From Los Angeles Times

Neil Baird, publisher of a worldwide ferry safety database, told AFP on Wednesday that while the Philippines had made huge strides in the past 10 to 15 years, Aleson Shipping's record was "shocking".

From Barron's

“It’s really kind of shocking for China to accept this result,” said Ken Jimbo, director of the International House of Japan, a Tokyo-based nonprofit focused on research and cultural relations.

From The Wall Street Journal

"It's absolutely shocking," said the UK Sepsis Trust's chief medical officer Dr Ron Daniels.

From BBC

If “The Moment” had more time to gestate, it would likely be a much sharper and shocking satire.

From Salon