astonished
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She said she was astonished by what has been built in less than three years: "new hospitals, schools, mosques and a stadium".
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
We have to get access to units occasionally for pest control and I’m always astonished with what’s inside.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
As cops breathed sighs of relief that he was an architect, those living in Massapequa "were astonished," Livoti said.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
I was astonished that he totally pulled it off and he’s such a true filmmaker.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
His physical beauty astonished all who saw him.
From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson
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