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as in surprising
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
it was rather amazing that the store let me return the sweater after I'd worn and even washed it
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
the amazing feats of the circus acrobats simply enthralled the audience
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as in stunning
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your ability to remember names and faces amazes me
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Recent Examples of amazing
Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
That's amazing when considering how much great defense the Patriots have played over the years.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Right now, Amazon is hosting an amazing sale on the brand’s best sneakers, flats, and boots.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2026
That's amazing when considering how much great defense the Patriots have played over the years.
—Mike Sando, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2026
Verb
In one camp Gao Sheng breaks a cultural norm by helping her father and uncles with a big project, amazing her relatives with her physical and mental strength.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amazing
Adjective
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Jones has said the most surprising moment of the season was the 44-30 loss at Detroit that ended the winning streak and sent the Cowboys tumbling to a 1-4 finish.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Jan. 2026
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Another surprising element of Zubimendi’s game has been his aerial prowess, despite standing at 5ft 11in (180cm).—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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My pipes tech Joy was able to join us which was wonderful.—
Jack Irvin,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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Kenji Kawai will also be returning to compose the music, which is also wonderful news.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The startling moment quickly grabbed attention online, with the video racking up more than 9 million views.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The urgency of their missing is underscored by startling numbers uncovered in our CBS Data Team investigation, which found that in 2025 domestic violence accounted for 26% of all violent crimes in Chicago.—
Marissa Perlman,
CBS News,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Carnivorous plants blur the line between flora and predator by using physical design, chemical secretions and astonishing movements to capture their prey.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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As ever in Depardon’s oeuvre, what emerges is an astonishing group portrait of men and women on both sides of the law, and an elegant meditation on the very notions of guilt and innocence.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
20 Jan. 2026
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The hunt for a murder suspect uncovers a crime with shocking legal and ethical implications; Bruno must protect his squad during a raid on a suspect's home; Carisi and Price team up in court when Brady's interrogation tactics undermine the case.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Jan. 2026
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The short-term impact was shocking with the loss of foliage but today, about 15 years later, the border looks beautiful and screens the neighbor’s house and yard while providing a reliable habitat for birds.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Costa Blanca is stunning from dry land, but exploring by water offers an opportunity to see the coastline from a new perspective.—
Liz Provencher,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Read on for more on-sale Kate Spade purses worth checking out, including a chic suede laptop bag, a leather commuter tote, and a stunning blue oversized shoulder bag.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Keep reading to learn more about Elizabeth Smart’s high-profile abduction case and the revelations from Netflix’s new documentary, including a timeline of her abduction, what happened during her captivity and what led to her miraculous rescue.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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And the Bears found that out the hard way, even after another miraculous comeback, using more final-minute heroics from Caleb Williams to tie the game at 17 with 18 seconds remaining in regulation.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
19 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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First, of course, is Nakache’s incredible resilience in the face of the demons of his past, which stem from the greater history of his country.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
7 Jan. 2026
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There were some incredible individual seasons across positions like San Francisco RB Christian McCaffrey, Seattle WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cleveland DE Myles Garrett.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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“Amazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazing. Accessed 24 Jan. 2026.
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