stun

Example Sentences

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Jones was in charge when Japan stunned South Africa at the 2015 World Cup but then had only four days to prepare for their next game against Scotland, which they went on to lose.

From Barron's

It’s stunning, oiled to a soft gleam, but too advanced for me.

From Literature

When Rocky Crandell heard about the change in earthquakes, he was momentarily stunned.

From Literature

There was also the stunning news last month that the Washington National Opera’s board approved a resolution to leave the venue, which it has occupied since 1971.

From Los Angeles Times

Solanke then produced a stunning scorpion kick to equalise and leave City six points adrift of leaders Arsenal.

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