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stunner

noun

stun·​ner ˈstə-nər How to pronounce stunner (audio)
Synonyms of stunnernext
: one that stuns or is stunning

Examples of stunner in a Sentence

His wife is a real stunner. The jury's decision was a stunner.
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After running through the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles on Friday, the Bears watched as the Los Angeles Rams dropped a stunner to the Carolina Panthers, catapulting Chicago to the top of the NFC standings. Austin Mock, New York Times, 1 Dec. 2025 Mickey's Dazzling Christmas Parade is a real stunner, while the sing-along show is a surefire way to get everyone into the holiday spirit. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2025 This stunner offers aromas and flavors of Luxardo cherry, macerated black raspberry, and vanilla with elegant, rounded, and velvety tannins. Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 28 Nov. 2025 In terms of point spreads available since 1995, last year's stunner was the largest by far. CBS News, 28 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for stunner

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of stunner was in 1829

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“Stunner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stunner. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.

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stunner

noun
stun·​ner ˈstən-ər How to pronounce stunner (audio)
: one that stuns or is stunning
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