as in surprises
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
discovering that I had a long-lost sister was an absolute bombshell
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Recent Examples of bombshells
There will be more bombshells, more shock waves to come.
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Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Along with the musical performance from Smith, fans can expect big bombshells and some piping hot tea from this season’s couples.
—Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
But the bombshells in the book focused on Prince Andrew, who dropped use of his royal titles last week in response.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Then de Moura decided to drop a few bombshells of her own, accusing her former bestie of not just cheating with her but with two men.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
And the headline bombshells continue in the who-did-what-when mortgage dustups.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
And the headline bombshells continue in the who-did-what-when mortgage dustups.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Several Islanders from the most recent season of Love Island USA will appear in Love Island Games, including Season 7 bombshells Andreina Santos, Charlie Georgiou and Casa Amor's Christopher Seeley.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Does Love Island have bombshells?
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
Along with the musical performance from Smith, fans can expect big bombshells and some piping hot tea from this season’s couples.
—Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
But the bombshells in the book focused on Prince Andrew, who dropped use of his royal titles last week in response.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2025
Then de Moura decided to drop a few bombshells of her own, accusing her former bestie of not just cheating with her but with two men.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
And the headline bombshells continue in the who-did-what-when mortgage dustups.
—Susan Tompor, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
And the headline bombshells continue in the who-did-what-when mortgage dustups.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 17 Sep. 2025
Several Islanders from the most recent season of Love Island USA will appear in Love Island Games, including Season 7 bombshells Andreina Santos, Charlie Georgiou and Casa Amor's Christopher Seeley.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Does Love Island have bombshells?
—Christopher Kuhagen, jsonline.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bombshells
Noun
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Megan Boyle, director of marketing for the Avalanche, also said there will be other surprises in store as well.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
8 Nov. 2025
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As with every year, there are plenty of surprises and just as many snubs among the nominees.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For someone used to orchestrating cinematic shocks behind the scenes, Moore suddenly found himself on the receiving end of one, and fans were left stunned as the season’s power balance shifted.—
Terry Terrones,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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The geological setting means that moderate and strong earthquakes are frequent, and the region is among the world’s most active, as highlighted by decades of seismic history and recent similar shocks in the region.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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In an email to staff on Friday (full text below), Deborah Turness provided something of a pep talk for journalists after a string of bruising revelations about BBC News’ output.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
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There will be a full moon in your sign, bringing personal revelations that could clash with your desire to keep the peace.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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From fall fragrances like apple cider and more neutral scents like green tea to jolts of refreshing grapefruit, a single scented candle can really set the mood in any space.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
10 Nov. 2025
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The Conjuring 2 is filled with sudden jolts, dog bells signaling danger, self-moving fire engine toys, and the infamous Crooked Man — all shot with cinematic tricks borrowed from '70s-era filmmaking.—
Michael Lee Simpson,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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