surprising

Example Sentences

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Dr Michel Dugon, a zoologist at the University of Galway, said the figures are "interesting" but "not surprising".

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The months zoomed by, the primary drew nearer, and something genuinely surprising happened: Platner solidified himself as the overwhelming favorite for the nomination.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

It is a surprising development in an industry that had mostly given up on making primary aluminum in the U.S. because of high electricity prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Researchers at the University of Chicago have uncovered a surprising new role for zeaxanthin, a plant-based compound best known for supporting eye health.

From Science Daily • Apr. 10, 2026

My mother’s been surprising me all day, and it feels like a veil’s been removed and I’m finally getting to know her.

From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar