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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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amazing results
an amazing ability
an astonishing ability
a phenomenal ability
an incredible ability
an awesome ability
a marvelous ability
amazing experience
an amazing amount
an amazing job
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Recent Examples of amazing
Joe Berkowitz, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
By 1967, Walmart was an amazing success and needed to expand.
—James F. Hales Remembering Rogers, arkansasonline.com, 31 Oct. 2024
The menu is just as good, with stand-out dishes including an amazing prawn pakora and malai kofta.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Regardless of the scores, Derek congratulated both couples on their amazing dances.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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His Little Richard likely wouldn’t be such a wonderful discovery, however, without an amazing premise built around it.
—Joe Berkowitz, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2024
By 1967, Walmart was an amazing success and needed to expand.
—James F. Hales Remembering Rogers, arkansasonline.com, 31 Oct. 2024
The menu is just as good, with stand-out dishes including an amazing prawn pakora and malai kofta.
—Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
Regardless of the scores, Derek congratulated both couples on their amazing dances.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amazing
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Her questions become one of the most striking elements of this project, which takes a surprising turn.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024
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Kapadia’s film isn’t concerned with dramatic arcs and surprising reveals, opting more to marinate, even stew, in its poetic, multi-hued visuals that are reflective of the mood swings of the city as well as its inhabitants.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024
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Then there’s Cleo’s nervy 30-something daughter, Grace — the wonderful Zoë Geltman — who’s always been the good girl but whose loins are newly afire for her brother-in-law, Roy (Gabriel Brown).Sara Holdren, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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The box includes only a USB-A-to-USB-C cable for charging. Sound: Powerful Bass and Clean Highs Simply put, the Bose SoundLink Home sounds wonderful.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The final graph shows the most startling comparison.Joel Shulman, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Davies makes a point of talking about the light in his photographs, but what my colleagues and I find startling is the color palette: The buildings are pale buff and so is much of the landscape around them.Owen Davies, Curbed, 4 Nov. 2024
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Both scenes are memorable and stunning in a solid, not remarkable, film that warmly celebrates the unbending love shared between a mother and a son and the courage and bravery of Londoners during The Blitz.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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International film productions have chosen the lake as a stunning backdrop, and social media are awash with users showing off their trips.Hannah Peart, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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When Salomon rebuilt the Stance 96 last year, the iconic French brand redirected its focus toward off-piste freeride terrain with astonishing success.Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Economic concerns especially drove his astonishing inroads with young and minority voters.Larry Diamond, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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The news of John Amos‘ passing was announced earlier this week, shocking many many fans, colleagues, and even his own family members.Regina Cho, VIBE.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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But rather than play up the murders’ shocking gore or give momentum to Lois’ investigation, the first few episodes are content to linger in the investigator’s ennui.Alison Herman, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
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High-end options feature intense realism, including flocked finishes and incredible body detail.Alice Jones Webb, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Don't miss out on these incredible offers (with more to come)!Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
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Trump has touted tariffs as a miraculous cure to just about every domestic and international strain, from war to child care to high grocery prices.Sareen Habeshian, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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The miraculous orange was renamed the Washington navel orange.Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 22 Sep. 2024
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“Amazing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazing. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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