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as in surprise
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
As expected, the box-office champ was another superhero actioner, but the real stunner was the second-place finish for the low-budget comedy.
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as in queen
an attractive woman
Not only is she smart, she's a real stunner.
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Recent Examples of stunner
But this stunner of a show, based on the Joel Schumacher film, is a solid theatrical transformation, rich in imagination, humor and heart — and with spectacular special effects.
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Frank Rizzo, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
In order to pull off a stunner, Democrats must hold their own while picking off four GOP seats.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
After starring in a Game 2 stunner at Madison Square Garden, McCollum got the ball with his team trailing by a point.
—Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
That Rams selection was the biggest stunner of the first round, and not only because of the polarizing nature of Simpson’s prospect stock.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
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Frank Rizzo, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
In order to pull off a stunner, Democrats must hold their own while picking off four GOP seats.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 24 Apr. 2026
After starring in a Game 2 stunner at Madison Square Garden, McCollum got the ball with his team trailing by a point.
—Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
That Rams selection was the biggest stunner of the first round, and not only because of the polarizing nature of Simpson’s prospect stock.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stunner
Noun
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Everyone would remark on the crowdedness and the surprise of seeing him here and her too.—
James Wood,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Living spaces are regularly stocked with detox snacks, and surprise gifts—such as paper lanterns to float across the pool—wait for guests each night on the bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
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In addition to being, generally speaking, one of the greatest novelists of our time, Louise Erdrich is, more specifically, the reigning queen of the literary fart.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 May 2026
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Kelly Clarkson has certainly earned her place as the queen of daytime talk shows, thanks to her standout guests and engaging conversations.—
Sarah DiMuro,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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In 1981, President Ronald Reagan removed price controls on oil, a reversal of 1970s-era regulations following the oil shocks.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
2 May 2026
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Those planted between now and November face extreme heat stress in addition to normal transplant shock — a deadly combination.—
Nan Sterman,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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The Greek goddess stands on a pedestal, holding a golden apple bestowed on her for her beauty — a classic ideal of beauty as old as, well, ancient Greece.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Chicago Tribune,
3 May 2026
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The cycle-tracking app Belle Health has used Moana’s verdant mother goddess and her volcanic counterpart to illustrate the difference.—
Andréa Becker,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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Fernando Mendoza will go to the Las Vegas Raiders unless there's some sort of last-minute shocking development bombshell that nobody saw coming.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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Here are the 10 biggest bombshells from the WWE legend's final interview.—
Natasha Dye,
PEOPLE,
22 Apr. 2026
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Miss Yvonne insisted on her beauty constantly, unapologetically, nonstop, even when no one asked.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
7 May 2026
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The festival is broken into two halves, with an Intermission Party in between, featuring festive food, creative opportunities, and music, offering a chance to mingle with the artists and fellow guests amid the beauty of the farm.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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In a field of dramedy actors, Morgan would be a great jolt of pure comedy.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
2 May 2026
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Boston made the most of the jolt.—
Jason Cooke,
Boston Herald,
1 May 2026
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This superb sipper is as good a reason as any to break out your punch bowl, and is soon to become your signature once everyone at the gathering catches an eyeful, then tastes a cup-full.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
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What was on offer? Getting an eyeful of the range of things that Polymarket users will bet on via USDC stablecoins was enlightening.—
Rob Pegoraro,
ArsTechnica,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Stunner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stunner. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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