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
Alberta’s national and provincial parks offer rugged alpine terrain, glacier-fed lakes, and jaw-dropping views perfect for adventurous runners.
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Jennifer Malloy, Outside, 1 Aug. 2025
The entrance to the party was (literally) jaw-dropping: guests walked through a giant blow-up replica of Stormi's face, which resembled Scott's Astroworld album art.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 29 July 2025
Expect even more jaw-dropping reveals in the weeks leading up to the show, but for now, this fleet is setting a high bar.
—Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
After Colbert's jaw-dropping on-air announcement, viewers had only one question: Why?
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 19 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for jaw-dropping
Jennifer Malloy, Outside, 1 Aug. 2025
The entrance to the party was (literally) jaw-dropping: guests walked through a giant blow-up replica of Stormi's face, which resembled Scott's Astroworld album art.
—Jen Juneau, People.com, 29 July 2025
Expect even more jaw-dropping reveals in the weeks leading up to the show, but for now, this fleet is setting a high bar.
—Katia Damborsky, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
After Colbert's jaw-dropping on-air announcement, viewers had only one question: Why?
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jaw-dropping
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Get out to Pilsen or Little Village for authentic Mexican food, amazing street art, and unique shops; explore the boutiques and fine dining options in neighborhoods like Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, or the Gold Coast; visit the pedestrian mall in Chinatown.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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My heart goes out to all our amazing wildlife care specialists who have suffered losses this week.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Aug. 2025
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That being said, a new update has shared a potential surprising outcome to the situation.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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When Janssen asked why, the man had a surprising answer.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
17 Aug. 2025
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While there have been some rumblings about Paramount on Reddit chat groups like Wall Street Bets, there hasn’t been anything like the Covid frenzy that boosted AMC Entertainment, GameStop and numerous other stocks to startling levels.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
13 Aug. 2025
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In 1956, the American geologist M. King Hubbert made a startling prediction: In a matter of decades, the supply of fuel on which so much of modern society depended would dwindle.—
Alexander C. Kaufman,
The Atlantic,
11 Aug. 2025
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As guests enter the suite, they are immediately struck by a feature bar and stunning views of the Las Vegas Strip with all of its glitz and glamour.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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From Osaka to Marrakesh, Paris to Sydney, some of the world’s most attractive hotels and resorts took great care to ensure their indoor pools more than stand up to the rest of their stunning spaces.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
7 Aug. 2025
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Perhaps the biggest moment was her shocking termination as principal, which not only upset her fictional colleagues but also viewers.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
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In a shocking turn of events, Weems is Wednesday’s new spirit guide, or figure from beyond death who will help Wednesday with her psychic visions.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
14 Aug. 2025
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Its share price has spiked an astonishing 365% year to date, including a 150% surge in just over a month. MP’s market cap has risen from just over $2 billion to $13 billion, entering large-cap territory—not bad for a company that brought in just $204 million in revenue last year.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
12 Aug. 2025
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Kirkpatrick’s final estimate is an astonishing $3.4 billion.—
David Remnick,
New Yorker,
11 Aug. 2025
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“Jaw-dropping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropping. Accessed 24 Aug. 2025.
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