startling

Example Sentences

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

From Los Angeles Times

Now his name is trending again, his lawsuit against his parents a startling revelation.

From Los Angeles Times

It was a startling scene, even for residents like Denise Evans, who has seen it all over the years.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s not going to be a quick, easy task even if the cancellation is starting to take place with startling speed: Chávez’s presence is as ubiquitous in Mexican American life as the Virgin of Guadalupe.

From Los Angeles Times

Last November two members of the Try Guys, a gaggle of broadcasters best known for their experimental exploits on YouTube, made a startling admission to fans: Their podcasts were hemorrhaging money.

From The Wall Street Journal