as in amazing
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
the jaw-dropping prices for high-end modern art at the auction houses this season
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Recent Examples of jaw-dropping
The memory of Audra McDonald looms large, but there’s an effortlessness to Nichelle’s singing and the power in her voice is jaw-dropping to me.
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Devon Ivie, Vulture, 20 May 2026
The duo worked together for months to create something that was one of a kind and as equally jaw-dropping as Sabalenka's reputation on the court.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
All of the numbers from that game are jaw-dropping.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The song’s scope is jaw-dropping.
—Ben Cardew, Pitchfork, 2 May 2026
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Devon Ivie, Vulture, 20 May 2026
The duo worked together for months to create something that was one of a kind and as equally jaw-dropping as Sabalenka's reputation on the court.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
All of the numbers from that game are jaw-dropping.
—Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 4 May 2026
The song’s scope is jaw-dropping.
—Ben Cardew, Pitchfork, 2 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for jaw-dropping
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jaw-dropping
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There’s Chateau de Fère and Les Crayères, which is very imposing and old-fashioned; a couple of very nice funky little boutique hotels (including one owned by the Selosse family who make amazing, and amazingly priced, grower Champagne) and lots of good chambres d'hôtes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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And then, back comes Katie with another amazing script.—
Stephen Root,
IndieWire,
3 June 2026
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As the past timeline catches up to the wedding chaos in the present on the six-episode HBO/BBC drama, Ruben (Gadd) makes a startling admission to Niall (Jamie Bell) during a prison visit.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 May 2026
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There's a startling new plastic surgery trend.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Most of his wines are more surprising or lesser known varietals, so a really fun place to just go and explore.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2026
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For the 2026 list, a few states also had some surprising changes.—
Lexi Lane,
PEOPLE,
30 May 2026
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The bathroom was stunning—all white and glass—and as high tech as the bedroom, with a state-of-the-art toilet and electronic bidet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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Since then, Irby has continued to spotlight some of the sport’s most stunning plays and impressive stars, including former Arkansas slugger and current AUSL player Bri Ellis, while also engaging with players from stalwart programs in the comments.—
Molly Keshin,
New York Times,
31 May 2026
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But, following a string of disappointing national-team performances, including failing to qualify for the 1958 World Cup and shocking losses to both the Soviet Union and North Korea at the 1966 edition, the league reinstated the ban.—
Albert Samaha,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
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Somebody Somewhere — a naturalistic, moving three-season performance that culminated in a shocking Emmy win for best supporting actor last year.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
30 May 2026
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The widespread opposition has turned into a rare bipartisan issue, with conservatives and liberals joining sides to an astonishing degree.—
Victor Tangermann,
Futurism,
4 June 2026
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An astonishing 51 candidates have thrown their hats in the ring.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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“Jaw-dropping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropping. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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