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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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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 same team spokesman said the temporary installation was made in collaboration with the NBA, the players’ union and independent flooring experts.
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Joe Vardon, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Tile Color Trends From flooring to showers to vanity backsplashes, tile plays a significant role in bathroom design.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Stuckey’s proposal says the work includes modernizing roofing and flooring at the Centennial Park Aquatic Center and painting the ceiling at the Orland Park Health and Fitness Center.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
The turbo action brush combined with excellent suction cleans all kinds of flooring well.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2025
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Joe Vardon, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Tile Color Trends From flooring to showers to vanity backsplashes, tile plays a significant role in bathroom design.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Stuckey’s proposal says the work includes modernizing roofing and flooring at the Centennial Park Aquatic Center and painting the ceiling at the Orland Park Health and Fitness Center.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 3 Feb. 2026
The turbo action brush combined with excellent suction cleans all kinds of flooring well.
—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 12 Mar. 2025
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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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And the Lancers found their shooting touch, hitting 9-of-13 from the field, including dropping three 3s to take a 32-21 halftime lead.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Mar. 2026
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Traffic through the critical waterway has since ground to a near halt, with vessels being attacked and insurers dropping maritime coverage.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Most businesses are open and welcoming customers following January’s devastating Palisades Fire.—
Tim Chester,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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Through the implementation of strong border policies, fentanyl trafficking across the southern border has been slashed in half, leading to fewer overdose deaths devastating American families.—
Gabe Evans,
Denver Post,
25 Feb. 2026
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Maury Phillips / Getty Images On March 7, 1965, the beating of future congressman John Lewis and voting rights marchers on Selma's Edmund Pettus Bridge led the evening news, shocking the nation's conscience and pushing Congress to act.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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On March 7, 1965, the beating of future congressman John Lewis and voting rights marchers on Selma’s Edmund Pettus Bridge led the evening news, shocking the nation’s conscience and pushing Congress to act.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Mar. 2026
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In the split-screen beside him, footage of air defenses downing Iranian Shahed drones appeared to underscore his point.—
Aidan Stretch,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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According to Taleblu from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Ukraine has found some success in downing drones with fighter jet cannon fire, a more sustainable deterrent than missile interceptors.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Practical care makes vulnerability easier to share without overwhelming anyone.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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These hues add personality, without overwhelming your home's façade.—
Angelika Pokovba,
Martha Stewart,
10 Mar. 2026
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Coastal Mississippi is constantly surprising us, but one of its most delightful surprises is the fact that some of its beaches have white sand that rivals even Florida’s top spots.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
2 Mar. 2026
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Black also said Carr has emerged as a leader during her junior season — surprising him.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Flooring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flooring. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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