astonished

Example Sentences

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Almost five years had passed since the peddler’s spirit raps had first astonished the country.

From Literature

Grospiron for his part said he was "astonished" by a question from a senator as to whether he would also be resigning.

From Barron's

Americans are likely be astonished at how grievances from centuries ago seem like fresh insults.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I was astonished,” Mr. Solomon writes, “to see how extensive and serious the plans for human space exploration had become.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Meloni said she was astonished by his words, adding, “Friendship requires respect.”

From The Wall Street Journal