be surprised

Example Sentences

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“I would not be surprised if additional companies will issue equity, because their needs for capital are so large because of the opportunity.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Don’t be surprised if Exxon is a harbinger of more shareholder-driven relocations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Eckert was said to be "surprised" to learn that EFL regulations prohibited the practice.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

“At this rate, we would not be surprised to end the year at 4% inflation,” she writes.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

I guess I shouldn’t be surprised, since Nora’s still mad at me.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks