surprisingly

Example Sentences

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A newly published study from University of Iowa Health Care suggests that a surprisingly small portion of human DNA plays a major role in language ability.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

May and June were exceedingly dry, the main water pump conked out regularly, the roof of the ladies’ room caved in and the pro shop needed more scorecards, which are surprisingly expensive.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The experience was hands-on, welcoming and surprisingly relaxing.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

Perhaps surprisingly, Germany also have comparatively fewer minutes in their projected starting side.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

He snatched it, quickly shoving the surprisingly heavy pouch into his pocket and nudging her bag back into place just as she emerged from the bathroom.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny