jaw-dropper

noun

Definition of jaw-droppernext
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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Recent Examples of jaw-dropper That's despite the sun's tenuous outer atmosphere being the number one sight during totality — a genuine jaw-dropper. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jaw-dropper
  1. surprise
  2. shock
Noun
  • What can come as a surprise is a price influenced by someone's browsing habits, buying history or other personal information.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026
  • At the August 2026 launch of Eliza’s rosé, Lala V, The Mirror asked about her cousin Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s surprise return to the United Kingdom.
    — Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of surprise
Noun
  • It’s equipped with a cushioned running belt and shock-absorbing pads for smooth walks.
    — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2026
  • All this sets the stage for more political swings in the coming years, as climate change and geopolitical shifts generate shocks at a pace difficult for any government to contend with.
    — DAN RESTREPO, Foreign Affairs, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of shock

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“Jaw-dropper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropper. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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