as in astonishes
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your ability to remember names and faces amazes me
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stuns
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Set over four floors, the pad stuns right away with a striking entrance hall clad in Crema Luna limestone with views of the lush formal gardens.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
21 Nov. 2024 -
Explore Charlottesville Meadows of Dan In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Meadows of Dan stuns with natural beauty at all times of the year.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2024
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“Amazes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazes. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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