surprised

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They observe that the sector’s broader de-rate to historical lows is a key driver, but wonder whether investors may be surprised at the absence of a significant change-of-control premium.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"We were surprised ourselves by how strongly this molecule influences the structure, connectivity, and function of mitochondria," explains Dr. Tetiana Poliezhaieva, the study's first author.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

"Right hand from God," teammate Karl-Anthony Towns said, although he wasn't surprised, adding "That's OG."

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But he was surprised by articles that said men could experience postpartum depression too.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The rat sprang to his hind legs, clearly as surprised to be caught as Clare was to catch him.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman