shock wave
noun
1
: a compressional wave of high amplitude caused by a shock (as from an earthquake or explosion) to the medium through which the wave travels
2
: a violent often pulsating disturbance or reaction
shock waves of rebellion
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The decision created a shock wave of criticism.
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The episode, which sent shock waves through the global economy, illustrated a broader pattern in which the president has rushed to implement unconventional or extreme policies also outlined in Project 2025.
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Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
Thompson was shot and killed on the streets of New York City in broad daylight, sending shock waves across the nation.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 8 May 2025
The ripple effect sent shock waves across the markets.
—Daniel Keller, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Markets: Stocks have had the worst start to a presidential term since 1974, hit by shock waves from the chaotic tariff rollout.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 9 May 2025
Thompson was shot and killed on the streets of New York City in broad daylight, sending shock waves across the nation.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 8 May 2025
The ripple effect sent shock waves across the markets.
—Daniel Keller, Forbes.com, 7 May 2025
Markets: Stocks have had the worst start to a presidential term since 1974, hit by shock waves from the chaotic tariff rollout.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 1 May 2025
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“Shock wave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shock%20wave. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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