shocking

Example Sentences

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Prince’s shocking death in 2016 gave writers a reason to unearth the shady details of his antagonism toward Michael Jackson.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

If we’re lucky, this week’s summit in Beijing won’t produce any shocking headlines on Iran, Taiwan, or any of the other prickly issues that divide the U.S. and China.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

He was the only one of seven judges to come to this shocking conclusion.

From Slate • May 13, 2026

While the discovery process always produces surprising documents, the idea of a tech executive keeping a journal was especially shocking.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“We’ll go to the police in the morning,” he said, shocking me with his levelheadedness.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros