be surprised

Example Sentences

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“I would be surprised if it happens, but I would like to see Trump hold a baby Panda. They are one of China’s foreign policy tools, but who doesn’t like a cute baby Panda?”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

And would 18-year-old Lea Salonga be surprised to see all this?

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Should we be surprised that people decline an activity for which they get no credit?

From Slate • May 3, 2026

But they can’t be surprised by the widespread public scoffing at the denial, especially in light of the institution’s longstanding hostility to Dehlin.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

I thought he’d be surprised, but he wasn’t.

From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña