shocked
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Sinn Féin MLA Órlaithí Flynn said she was "shocked and saddened"
From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026
After watching South Africa at Estadio Azteca in the opening game of this tournament, I was absolutely shocked to see them finish second in Group A and make the last 32.
From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026
He recalls being shocked in 1994 when the Fed doubled the fed-funds rate, to 6%, without warning the market, and in quick steps.
From Barron's • Jun. 26, 2026
She told the Spanish news station that she’s shocked by what happened to her.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026
I end on a firm yip, and Father pulls his snout back, a bit shocked, perhaps, at my defense of Teeth.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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