shocking

Example Sentences

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Shocking as this news was, the commentary was even more ominous.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026

"Shocking" was the way he described his dismissals in Perth and Brisbane.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025

Shocking in the moment and forgotten before the day is out, like a dead animal spotted on a morning walk.

From Salon • Nov. 7, 2025

Shocking scenes at the World Conker Championships, the vicious sport that has sharpened the martial instincts of centuries of British schoolchildren.

From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025

"Shocking," he said in a tone that suggested he was not shocked at all.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin