be taken aback
Example Sentences
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Geirean and Landen didn’t have time to be taken aback.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 21, 2023
If you've taken in those wonders, you may not be taken aback by some of Rajamouli's narrative structural choices in this one.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2022
Britney's court-appointed lawyer, Samuel D Ingham III, also appeared to be taken aback by the star's statement - telling the court he was unaware of its contents before she spoke.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2021
Indeed, American theatergoers can be taken aback by another culture’s conception of the art form.
From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2021
I pretend to be taken aback and hold up my hands in mock defeat.
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
