1
as in appalling
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 amazing
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
as you might expect, winning the lottery simply floored us
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as in dropping
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 devastating
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 flooring
The bids approved Monday are for summer work at Birkett that will be managed by Bulley & Andrews, and, per a memo from Bulley & Andrews, will include things like electrical, plumbing, mechanical and carpet and flooring work.
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
In a home where a seamless connection between indoors and out is desired, Montenegro employs the classic design device of continuing the flooring material from the interior to the exterior.
—Mary Grace Granados
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
This look has been especially popular in bathroom flooring, where high-contrast black-and-white tile has enjoyed a comeback.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
Nonstructural details like flooring, the color of the exterior, cabinets, and countertops can be tailored to your style, too.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
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Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Jan. 2026
In a home where a seamless connection between indoors and out is desired, Montenegro employs the classic design device of continuing the flooring material from the interior to the exterior.
—Mary Grace Granados
special Contributor, Dallas Morning News, 5 Jan. 2026
This look has been especially popular in bathroom flooring, where high-contrast black-and-white tile has enjoyed a comeback.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 31 Dec. 2025
Nonstructural details like flooring, the color of the exterior, cabinets, and countertops can be tailored to your style, too.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 25 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for flooring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for flooring
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Of all the recent poster boys for appalling misbehavior by the State Police, Michael Proctor would of course rank number one.—
Howie Carr,
Boston Herald,
4 Jan. 2026
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Truly appalling friend counsel here from Mindy.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
19 Dec. 2025
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In one camp Gao Sheng breaks a cultural norm by helping her father and uncles with a big project, amazing her relatives with her physical and mental strength.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
18 Jan. 2026
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Panama was the first Latin American country to join the global infrastructure drive in 2017 after dropping diplomatic ties with Taipei.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
31 Jan. 2026
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Also, the cold weather is forecast to get much worse from Sunday, with temperatures dropping even further and making the time frame for a pause in attacks hard to understand.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
31 Jan. 2026
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While an eight-game winning run saw Cherki, Foden and Haaland hit their devastating best, three frustrating draws against Sunderland, Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion were characterised by wastefulness in front of goal.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Group members want to see Bonta’s office take ownership of a review, as occurred in Hawaii after Maui’s devastating Lahaina fire.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2026
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The hunt for a murder suspect uncovers a crime with shocking legal and ethical implications; Bruno must protect his squad during a raid on a suspect's home; Carisi and Price team up in court when Brady's interrogation tactics undermine the case.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Jan. 2026
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The short-term impact was shocking with the loss of foliage but today, about 15 years later, the border looks beautiful and screens the neighbor’s house and yard while providing a reliable habitat for birds.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Jan. 2026
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Georgia winter storm A winter storm blasted Georgia with ice and freezing rain leaving thousands without power, downing trees and making the roads dangerous .—
Lauren Williams,
AJC.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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In Shelby County, Texas, near the Louisiana border, ice weighed down on pine trees and caused branches to snap, downing power lines.—
Thomas Peipert,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2026
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Advanced technologies like microencapsulation and nano-layering allow actives to penetrate effectively without overwhelming the skin’s surface—reducing irritation while improving efficacy.—
Corein Carter,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Different grades of molasses exist, but the kind used in brown sugar is typically mild enough to enhance flavor without overwhelming it.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2026
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The thing is, the album is already surprising us.—
Leonor C. Suárez,
Rolling Stone,
8 Jan. 2026
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That was my first time successfully surprising him.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Flooring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flooring. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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