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as in surprising
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
hunting for a first apartment in a big city is an eye-opening experience for young people
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
that acclaimed magic act had a number of eye-opening moments
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Recent Examples of eye-opening
Both trips will be painful, eye-opening, and telling.
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Michael Stevens, New York Daily News, 19 June 2026
The financial contrast was particularly eye-opening given the cost of becoming an attorney.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Proskey’s numbers for the Huskies (33-5-1) have been eye-opening.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
This shocking, eye-opening and surprisingly uplifting documentary dives deep into the business of death, revealing who’s keeping it alive and why.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 4 June 2026
JPMorgan star analyst Natasha Kaneva had an eye-opening note this week.
—Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 3 June 2026
So, for me, that was pretty eye-opening.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Porowski’s excitement is palpable, an eye-opening foray through an urban expanse packed with possibilities.
—Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
The casting was maybe the most challenging part and also one of the most beautiful parts, and probably the most eye-opening.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Michael Stevens, New York Daily News, 19 June 2026
The financial contrast was particularly eye-opening given the cost of becoming an attorney.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Proskey’s numbers for the Huskies (33-5-1) have been eye-opening.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
This shocking, eye-opening and surprisingly uplifting documentary dives deep into the business of death, revealing who’s keeping it alive and why.
—Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 4 June 2026
JPMorgan star analyst Natasha Kaneva had an eye-opening note this week.
—Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 3 June 2026
So, for me, that was pretty eye-opening.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Porowski’s excitement is palpable, an eye-opening foray through an urban expanse packed with possibilities.
—Laura Manske, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
The casting was maybe the most challenging part and also one of the most beautiful parts, and probably the most eye-opening.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eye-opening
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This surprising mix of cripsy prosciutto, Parmesan wafers, figs, and nuts will be a hit at your next party.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Within these nearly three dozen documents are a bunch of curious, surprising, and illuminating things about this year’s Emmy hopefuls.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
20 June 2026
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The campsite is a budget-friendly way to spend a few nights in the area, a wonderful addition given the more luxe vibe of the other spaces that makes this property feel like a real community.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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But in general, working with Tim is just wonderful.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
16 June 2026
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The swelling was significant, the bruising startling and the healing process appeared long and painful.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
20 June 2026
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Thursday’s cacophony of startling videos – with Ukrainian drones arriving in waves over the flames to follow up on strike after strike – marks a global moment of clarity, in which the Kremlin is truly struggling.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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My brother in-law was an incredible husband and an amazing father to their boys.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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Give the audience this amazing look, but the music’s the thread of the whole thing.—
Holly Gleason,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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Deidre Hall delivered her most shocking slap yet on live TV on June 19.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
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Ahead of the episode, Raba spoke to the Star-Telegram about his journey playing this character and what’s next for Joaquin after the shocking reveal.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
19 June 2026
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Still, put in perspective, Spielberg’s cinematic universe over seven decades represents an astonishing range of topics and tensions.—
Peter Bart,
Deadline,
18 June 2026
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Vivid acidity and astonishing freshness frame flavors of lemon zest and Pink Lady apple with a closing note of salinity.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
17 June 2026
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Bosch, the German engineering firm, says its British subsidiary now handles 10,000 import transactions per year, a stunning increase from just 40 annually prior to Brexit.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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In one stunning shot, a dragon surges into battle, casually dragging a toe across the water.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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The mayor said the Knicks' miraculous comeback in Game 4 typified New York's never-say-die spirit.—
Matt Nighswander,
NBC news,
18 June 2026
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Fresh off their championship victory, the team’s starting five — Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges — will join Jimmy Fallon to celebrate their miraculous NBA finals run and taking home the franchise’s first title in 53 years.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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“Eye-opening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eye-opening. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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