shocking
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Shocking as this news was, the commentary was even more ominous.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 26, 2026
"Shocking" was the way he described his dismissals in Perth and Brisbane.
From BBC • Dec. 16, 2025
Shocking in the moment and forgotten before the day is out, like a dead animal spotted on a morning walk.
From Salon • Nov. 7, 2025
Shocking scenes at the World Conker Championships, the vicious sport that has sharpened the martial instincts of centuries of British schoolchildren.
From Barron's • Oct. 17, 2025
Shocking rumors circulated: Kansas City was about to be attacked.
From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand
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