1
as in to shock
to cause an unpleasant surprise for
that you would say such a rude thing to someone floors me
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2
as in to surprise
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
as you might expect, winning the lottery simply floored us
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3
as in to down
to strike (someone) so forcefully as to cause a fall
the boxer floored his opponent in the second round, winning the fight by a knockout
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as in to overwhelm
to subject to incapacitating emotional or mental stress
the pushing and shoving at the clearance sale absolutely floored me, and I had to leave
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Recent Examples of floor
James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
In one courtroom on the 20th floor of 290 Broadway, a judge began to run through a few hours of migrants' first court appearances.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 25 Aug. 2025
Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 30 July 2025
Based on those facts, a Yankees fan might be floored by their favorite team's interest in such a player.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Noun
There are questions after a busy offseason in New York, but none that can be fully answered until the balls are dusted off and rolled out onto the floor.
—James L. Edwards Iii, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2025
In one courtroom on the 20th floor of 290 Broadway, a judge began to run through a few hours of migrants' first court appearances.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
Just like the song’s deceptively sweet sound, the Aguascalientes artist brings a quiet strength to her work, one that doesn’t scream but leaves you floored nonetheless.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 30 July 2025
Based on those facts, a Yankees fan might be floored by their favorite team's interest in such a player.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for floor
Noun
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New scams pop up all of the time–be sure to read to the bottom of the newsletter for information about a new one making the rounds.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The Kansas State Wildcats will enter Week 1 at the bottom of the Big 12 standings following a Week 0 loss to the Iowa State Cyclones in Dublin.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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She was shocked at how quickly my labor progressed.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Aug. 2025
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Sanders' slide out of the first round shocked many, including Trump, who sent a post on Truth Social condemning the league's owners for passing on the quarterback.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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In February 2024, the captain surprised season-ticket holder Callum Oubridge with a visit to his work after he was commended by West Ham for his ongoing work as an Education Centre Supervisor at the Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
27 Aug. 2025
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Waterhouse, who is currently touring in the U.K. and Europe, surprised the crowd on Sunday night by inviting Barât on stage.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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However, there were 36 active hunters left, so only 1 out of every 12 would down a buck.—
Chester Chatfield,
Outdoor Life,
20 Aug. 2025
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Russia's Defense Ministry said its forces downed at least 24 Ukrainian drones overnight.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Save for that final two-minute drill led by Richardson, the Colts’ offense was overwhelmed by the Packers defense for the majority of the two-hour practice.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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When hurricanes arrive in rapid succession, emergency services can get overwhelmed, supply chains can be cut off and infrastructure still damaged from a recent storm becomes more vulnerable.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In Laurium, Michigan, the Laurium Manor Inn was named the best historical bed and breakfast while Ludington's Cartier Mansion placed second.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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After a treatment, you are guided into a cavernous grey stone and wood relaxation room with six oversized day beds, plumped with heavy pillows and wool blankets.—
Jennifer Leigh Parker,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Spielberg imagined it as a noise that has the power to appall.—
David Denby,
Vulture,
3 July 2025
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Still, there is plenty here that should appall both Democrats and Republicans.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Green Bay Packers rocked the NFL world with a historic trade on Thursday, acquiring Micah Parsons in a deal with the Dallas Cowboys.—
Matthew Schmidt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Aug. 2025
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Clooney rocked his natural gray hair color during his visit to Italy.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Floor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floor. Accessed 1 Sep. 2025.
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