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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
The breadth of Cannes Lions is eye-opening for media and entertainment insiders who get to see and hear how technology and digital disruption are transforming other industries.
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Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
27 June 2026
Yet what the 18-year-old from Whitehorse, Yukon, did in improving his paddle skills was eye-opening to Gadowsky in reflecting McKenna’s innate competitiveness.
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John Wawrow,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Though the Vancouver Canucks weren’t directly involved in the action, the consistent drumbeat of seismic deals was eye-opening and instructive.
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Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
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.
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Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
JPMorgan star analyst Natasha Kaneva had an eye-opening note this week.
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Brian Sullivan,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
Porowski’s excitement is palpable, an eye-opening foray through an urban expanse packed with possibilities.
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Laura Manske,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
27 June 2026
Yet what the 18-year-old from Whitehorse, Yukon, did in improving his paddle skills was eye-opening to Gadowsky in reflecting McKenna’s innate competitiveness.
—
John Wawrow,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
Though the Vancouver Canucks weren’t directly involved in the action, the consistent drumbeat of seismic deals was eye-opening and instructive.
—
Thomas Drance,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Both trips will be painful, eye-opening, and telling.
—
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
JPMorgan star analyst Natasha Kaneva had an eye-opening note this week.
—
Brian Sullivan,
CNBC,
3 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eye-opening
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South Africa was runner-up in Group A, also with four points, including a surprising win over South Korea.
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The boisterousness seeps away, replaced by a surprising vulnerability.
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So many wonderful dinners with friends and nights out on the town.
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Soccer – football in much of the world – has a long and wonderful tradition of singing, whether that be in praise of their favorite players, mocking opponents (sometimes, brutally so) or simply urging their team forward.
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The visitor—who understands English but can’t speak—gradually learns to fit in while deploying his few but startling paranormal abilities.
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In a 2010 study, scientists cooked meatloaf and found that startling quantities of silicone migrated into the food.
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The eighth-floor outdoor pool has amazing views, and the hotel sits in walking distance of shops and restaurants.
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The director, 68, and the action star, 78, worked together on 1996's Eraser, with both wanting to deliver an amazing action movie.
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The 29-year-old began her comeback Saturday at the American Classic in Champlin, Minnesota, just days after announcing her shocking return to the sport.
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Cape Verde earned three draws in the group stage – the shocking Spain result, running with Uruguay in the second match and ending up in a scoreless draw with Saudi Arabia in Houston on Friday.
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The adjacent riverfront area has seen astonishing growth and improvements, with a two-mile-long stretch of pedestrian paths, parks and other green space, and an event pavilion.
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According to a comprehensive reporting analysis published by the Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance, an astonishing 79% of public companies actually increased their page counts after the rule went into effect, and 64% increased the total number of individual risk factors disclosed.
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See what Muir himself loved about this region by trekking part or all of the stunning Bishop Pass Trail (about 11 miles out and back) or the Little Lakes Valley Trail.
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However, visitors are also encouraged to simply drop by without a reservation to enjoy a glass of wine and experience the stunning architecture, gardens, and To Kalon Vineyard.
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The World Cup provided a second miraculous moment on Monday night.
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Three children were among those pulled to safety in a miraculous rescue that aired on state television.
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“Eye-opening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eye-opening. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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