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as in to daze
to make senseless or dizzy by a blow
a powerful uppercut to the jaw stunned the boxer and sent him crashing to the canvas
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as in to amaze
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the news of their boss's termination stunned the staff
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Recent Examples of stun
The video shows stunned drivers making a break for it after the firework went off, even though 77 was still partially burning.
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Joe Bruno, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
The executive added that she and her colleagues were stunned by last year’s turnout.
—Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
When the case was called, the defense attorney stunned the courtroom by announcing her client would plead guilty.
—Louis Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
On Monday night, the Magic stunned the Pistons in Central Florida to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
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Joe Bruno, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
The executive added that she and her colleagues were stunned by last year’s turnout.
—Malia Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
When the case was called, the defense attorney stunned the courtroom by announcing her client would plead guilty.
—Louis Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
On Monday night, the Magic stunned the Pistons in Central Florida to take a commanding 3-1 series lead.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stun
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Despite seeming dazed at first, Wembanyama was able to stand and ran into the tunnel to get further evaluation in the locker room.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, eight-year-old S.S., dazed by the blast, made it through the airport gates on her own.—
JC Hallman,
Oklahoma Watch,
22 Mar. 2026
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I'mPhaedra Trethan, amazed at these quick-thinking kids.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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That is my bread and butter, to amaze people that like getting to the bottom of things.—
Eric Fayeulle,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2026
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Dawood said she's gone through paralyzing panic attacks and intense therapy.—
Sara Moniuszko,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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According to some experts, this paralyzing fear and desperation are factors that scammers exploit to put their criminal schemes into action.—
Albinson Linares,
NBC news,
26 Apr. 2026
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Previous Spirit Airlines customers, however, may still be surprised by the Delta price tag.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
4 May 2026
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Did Laurie’s approach to playing Linda surprise you?—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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The Super Bowl halftime show performer also rocked a cane to add some swagger to his ensemble.—
Anika Reed,
USA Today,
5 May 2026
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Germany has been rocked by a string of deadly car ramming attacks in recent years.—
Billy Stockwell,
CNN Money,
4 May 2026
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The family of the teenage girl who allegedly was killed and dismembered by rising musician D4vd said they were shocked and horrified by the details revealed in court this week, according to a statement released by the family attorney.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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An odd pattern has also emerged over the last decade, of shocking personnel moves coinciding with the Yankees coming to Fenway.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
1 May 2026
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Carson Richter hit a grand slam for Newbury Park.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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Austin Hays then hit a grounder to third baseman Manny Machado.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Peafowl can also disturb landscaping and startle people with their piercing screams.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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The gunfire startled sleeping guests at the Citizen Hotel, which included a wedding party and fans of the rapper Tyler the Creator, who performed at a concert hours earlier.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Stun.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stun. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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