stunned
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When news of England’s 1-0 defeat to the U.S. during the opening round of the 1950 World Cup reached London from Brazil, stunned Brits assumed it must have been a typo.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
After appearing to end her glittering career four years ago, the 23-time Grand Slam champion stunned the sporting world on Monday with her shock announcement that she would compete in the Queen's Club doubles.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
Lithgow, to the contrary, was clearly stunned — and deeply honored.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
The Swiss athlete stunned Hodgkinson by winning in a time of one minute and 53.98 seconds - the third fastest women's 800m time ever and fastest in the world this year.
From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026
A jolt of recognition flowed through his body; he was so stunned he almost let go of the door.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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