shocking

Example Sentences

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“There was so much noise,” says director Alexandria Stapleton, who tracks hip-hop mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs’ rise and shocking fall in this series, executive produced by 50 Cent.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

The U.K. government said the case was shocking and it was awaiting a full independent report before commenting further.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

It’d be shocking if this thing isn’t a bloated, exhausting mess, with the plot stretched way beyond its limits.

From MarketWatch • May 31, 2026

Tuvalu climate activist Richard Gokrun said it was "really shocking" to see the nation tied up with fossil fuel companies.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

“I think Oak is the least shocking part of what you have to tell her,” I say.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black