pleasantly surprised

Example Sentences

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"I think we've all been, I wouldn't say overwhelmed, but pleasantly surprised by the excitement and the buzz around the team, and in the stadiums," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

I was pleasantly surprised by how audiences warmly embraced it.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

Still, I was pleasantly surprised by what was included.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Michelle Maloney, who is representing the families of both Texas patients in malpractice lawsuits, said she was pleasantly surprised by the board’s recent actions.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

I blurted out, and then was pleasantly surprised to find I actually felt that way.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam