astonishing
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The repeated failure to divulge the result of Lord Mandelson's vetting process was "incredible", "staggering" and "astonishing", the prime minister said.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Three years on, the Purosangue remains an astonishing presence on any street, a provocation, an outrage, a moral panic—indeed, sire, very like a Ferrari.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
She had an astonishing ear,” is just one story out of many Beta relays in this book.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
It’s also easy to think that Sandisk’s astonishing rally will also run out of steam soon—but it keeps defying that logic to look increasingly unstoppable.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
At this point Miss Honey could not resist the temptation of exploring still further the mind of this astonishing child.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
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