1
as in shocks
to cause an unpleasant surprise for
that you would say such a rude thing to someone floors me
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as in surprises
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 downs
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 overwhelms
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 floors
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
Its kitchen is upgraded with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, according to its listing, and the home has refinished hardwood floors throughout.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
The floors and doors are original, Scott said, as is a hulking brass cash register that hasn’t rung up a sale in probably 60 years.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Inside, the home features 10-foot coffered ceilings, white oak floors, and a kitchen with a La Cornue range and light leathered marble countertops.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 14 Mar. 2026
The floors hint at several expansions, with mismatched tiles marking years gone by between renovations.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Plus, the grippy soles will keep you steady on cobblestones, slick floors, and more.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
High school floors are typically 84 feet long.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Do not lie on concrere floors or lay against concrete walls.
—Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 6 Mar. 2026
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Noun
One thing to mention—the floors are made of stone and extremely hard.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
Its kitchen is upgraded with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, according to its listing, and the home has refinished hardwood floors throughout.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 14 Mar. 2026
The floors and doors are original, Scott said, as is a hulking brass cash register that hasn’t rung up a sale in probably 60 years.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Inside, the home features 10-foot coffered ceilings, white oak floors, and a kitchen with a La Cornue range and light leathered marble countertops.
—Sara B. Hansen, Denver Post, 14 Mar. 2026
The floors hint at several expansions, with mismatched tiles marking years gone by between renovations.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026
Plus, the grippy soles will keep you steady on cobblestones, slick floors, and more.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
High school floors are typically 84 feet long.
—Buddy Collings, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026
Do not lie on concrere floors or lay against concrete walls.
—Brandi D. Addison, Des Moines Register, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
But each release specifies exactly which warehouse and even which floors the barrels for a particular batch were matured, which is similar to Hardin’s Creek.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for floors
Noun
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So here’s your sign (and mine) to cue up your breezy bottoms for spring.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
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Line the bottoms of your plant pots with a layer of dryer lint to help plants retain moisture and keep soil from spilling out.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The pacing could be tauter and shocks more visceral, but the film keeps us intrigued enough.—
Bob Strauss,
San Francisco Chronicle,
12 Mar. 2026
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Historically, Citadel notes, productivity shocks lower marginal costs, expand output, and increase real income, acting as a complement to human labor rather than a strict substitute.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Continue reading … MASSIVE UPSET — Venezuela surprises Team USA in thrilling World Baseball Classic final victory.—
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FOXNews.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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A lot of Americans disagree with this war, and that surprises me.—
Nicole Russell,
USA Today,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Greene downs it, throws the kid his jersey, smiles, and all is right with the world.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Feb. 2026
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But Sarah Graves gives a bit too much room and Penn downs a 3-pointeron the wing.—
Zoe Collins Rath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Cuarón clearly understood that the more extravagant choices can only function in the periphery of a sturdy emotional anchor, an actor with the gravitas to communicate the exasperation that Liborio feels in a reality that overwhelms him.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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Kalani Brown scores 21 points and top-seeded Baylor overwhelms much smaller Texas Southern 119-30, the most lopsided women’s NCAA Tournament game.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
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For families Extra beds can be arranged for little ones, but the hotel is best suited for adults (no play areas, game rooms, or the like).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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The beds allow easy access to each plant without back-breaking hoeing or kneeling to pull weeds.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Now 71, Funderburgh still rocks a pompadour — albeit smaller and streaked with silver — that once inspired former bandmate Mike Judge to sketch Beavis.—
Thor Christensen,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
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View gallery - 8 images Vinyl records have been finding more and more new ears in recent years, and Mixx Audio has a novel turntable to help keep the groove moving – one that also rocks a CD player plonked right in the middle of the platter, as well as flexible connectivity.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The lawsuit also levels a series of accusations against the city of Los Angeles and its Department of Water and Power.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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But a new documentary about the reality show levels some serious accusations against all those involved in the production.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Floors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/floors. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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