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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Noun
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Anything else would have been a surprise.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2026 -
Best Supporting Actor winner Sean Penn, absent in London, picked up his first BAFTA win ever for his memorable role as Steven Lockjaw in One Battle , and Wunmi Masoku, although British, was a bit of a surprise as Best Supporting Actress for Sinners.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Following a brief sanctions shock after the 2022 invasion, Russian military spending surged, and its economy boomed.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Sarah Ferguson's whereabouts are unknown following the shock arrest of her ex-husband, the former Prince Andrew.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Jaw-dropper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropper. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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