shocking

Example Sentences

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Between shocking trades and major injuries, it’s felt like Redick has coached at least six different teams during his first two seasons.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

The details were salacious and shocking to his peers, who’d known him as a socially awkward, occasionally gruff finance bro.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

In recent months, other shocking cases have emerged.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Callais no less shocking and appalling for having been anticipated.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Part of me wanted to tell him that the scroll was mine, and how shocking it had been to see his submission come in.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows