as in amazed
affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise
I was bowled over when the appraiser told me what the painting was worth
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as in surprised
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
she was bowled over to learn that she had a long-lost sister
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bowled over
Adjective
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Rubio issues chilling warning about Iran's nuclear weapon capability MAJOR HEADLINES IN AWE – Former top Biden officials amazed by Trump's Middle East moves.—
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FOXNews.com,
16 May 2025 -
His recent haul of sports cards drew thousands of upvotes and hundreds of amazed comments.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Kenny Francois, the CEO of LETS Community Center in Miami Gardens, which serves the Haitian immigrant community, was shocked to learn of the Supreme Court’s decision.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
30 May 2025
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The aftermath After the scene, LaBella was left in the wagon alone, feeling shocked, embarrassed and humiliated and holding back tears, the complaint said.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
28 May 2025
Verb
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For the coveted shoot, the Olympic athlete stunned in a variety of looks.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
3 Jan. 2025
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However, most were stunned at Dawn's story.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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This is perhaps why some viewers were surprised when Sabol did not become the farmer's final choice.—
Christopher Kuhagen,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Such opportunistic aggression has occurred regularly throughout history, such as when America focused heavily on deterring a Soviet invasion of Europe but was then surprised and unprepared ...—
Mark Melton,
National Review,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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The car accident on the interstate was minor, Mr. Starr said, with no injuries or damage, perhaps caused by astonished drivers rubbernecking.—
Victor Mather,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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Tucker Wetmore is still a little astonished by his success.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
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“Bowled over.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bowled%20over. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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