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startle
Synonyms and Antonyms of startle
1
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
knock for a loop, take aback, take by surprise
2
to move suddenly and sharply (as in surprise)
3
to strike with fear
give one the creeps, make one's flesh creep (or crawl)
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