as in surprise
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
the underdog's victory was a jaw-dropper in boxing circles
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The brief declaration about Kidman comes as no surprise to this reporter.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
10 May 2025 -
News of the spinoff may not come as a complete surprise to the show's fans, as Grimes never completely closed the door to a new chapter in his character's story.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
10 May 2025
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The woman, who according to the news outlet was five months pregnant, was treated for shock, while her partner’s face was covered in blood.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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Saudi Press Agency | Via Reuters The toppling of the Assad regime during a shock offensive by anti-Assad militia groups in December last year stunned the global community and brought about the prospect of a new beginning for the devastated country.—
Natasha Turak,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Now, the Red Sox seem to be turning toward Campbell as an option at first base, a move that would open the door for top infield prospect Marcelo Mayer to play second base and perhaps spark a lineup desperately in need of a jolt.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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The particular intersection of communities depicted here (LGBTQ and Muslim), as well as a handful of Sapphic scenes for the ages, gives the drama an undeniable jolt of freshness.—
Jon Frosch,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2025
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The last Clásico was nothing short of incredible, a match of the year candidate from Pedri’s long-range stunner to Kylian Mbappé’s career-first free kick goal to this sheer loopiness in the 116th minute: So, two words: El Clásico.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
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The Hurricanes pulled off a stunner in January, landing Carson Beck, who passed on the NFL draft for the portal.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2025
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In addition to the revelations about Montgomery and the feds’ suspicion about another straw donor scheme, the documents reveal FBI agents accused Adams of lying about one of his personal cellphones.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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Despite the singer/songwriter’s heartfelt revelation, Azealia kept going with multiple lengthy responses.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
8 May 2025
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Listen to this article 5 min Justin Baldoni’s lawyers have made new bombshell claims in their case against Blake Lively.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2025
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Cassie initially filed her bombshell lawsuit against Combs in November 2023, describing her brief relationship with Cudi and referencing the incident with the corkscrew.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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“Jaw-dropper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropper. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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