startle

Example Sentences

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"The fracture caused a very loud snapping noise that actually startled me. I thought at first the machine had broken, but soon realized that the noise came from the stretching fluid."

From Science Daily

She jumps back, startled yet again, when I practically pounce on her.

From Literature

“You look like you could use some water,” Nate says from behind me, making me startle.

From Literature

It’s a startling development that leaves its population homeless and reframes the entire series.

From Los Angeles Times

He described one instance when he was startled by the scorer walking with his group and his vision suddenly went blurry.

From The Wall Street Journal