stunningly

adverb

Definition of stunninglynext
as in amazingly

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Recent Examples of stunningly Mulder's dingy little base of operations has been stunningly recreated here, with both overt references and subtle nods that X-Files fans will appreciate. — Ian Stokes, Space.com, 19 Oct. 2026 Some of my favorites include this classic cable knit, now 40 percent off at Gap, or this luxe Banana Republic Mock Neck Sweater in the stunningly rich shade, Raisin Purple. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 17 Oct. 2026 The outstanding artwork of the exhibition, Goldin’s slideshow, largely devoted to candid portraits of friends, many shot in her Bowery loft, remains stunningly raw. — J. Hoberman, ARTnews.com, 9 Oct. 2026 Philadelphia Eagles legend and two-time Super Bowl champion Lane Johnson stunningly announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday. — Ryan Canfield Outkick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026 On a night when the running game was mostly working, passing was stunningly ineffective. — Andy Behrens, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2026 And this must have been one of the most stunningly beautiful places in all of the world. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026 As artistic director of Emilio Pucci since 2021, Miceli has infused the brand with the same happy spirit as evidenced by the singular shows staged over the years in stunningly beautiful locations from Capri to Portofino. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 11 Sep. 2026 Meanwhile, a major reboot out of Canton as Hall of Fame reduces its voting body from 50 to 25 in wake of last year’s embarrassment when all-time Super Bowl-winning coach Bill Belichick stunningly did not get in on first ballot. — Greg Cote september 6, Miami Herald, 6 Sep. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stunningly
  1. amazingly
  2. astonishingly
  3. surprisingly
  4. astoundingly
  5. unexpectedly
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  • But Salazar, who, amazingly, is also a Cuban American former news anchor, is now reckoning with her district increasingly turning on the President amid economic pressure and an immigration crackdown that is extremely unpopular among Latinos.
    — Daniel Castro, New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Reid, amazingly, has the most wins of any coach at Allegiant with seven.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of amazingly
Adverb
  • Some years later, almost just as astonishingly, Stephen Dixon and I became pen pals.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Forecasts for this storm reflect the improving reliability of AI weather models overall, and signal an astonishingly rapid shift to routine use of such products by human forecasters.
    — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of astonishingly
Adverb
  • Rooms Las Alcobas offers a moody-luxe atmosphere with a touch of Mexican influence throughout its 35 surprisingly spacious suites and three penthouses, where dark rosewood and fresh, fragile orchids take center stage.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
  • The dot-and-blend technique, step by step The method is surprisingly simple.
    — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of surprisingly
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  • Picking the flags for our new school was the hardest part of an astoundingly easy process.
    — Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Today, almost 160 years since Twain’s account of his trip was first published, global travel has become astoundingly more accessible, efficient, and interconnected.
    — CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of astoundingly
Adverb
  • The latest incidents, which follow a slew of reports of agents unexpectedly breaking out of sandboxes, showcased how even the safeguards built to corral AI systems are vulnerable to the technology.
    — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Corlette said to make sure any arrangement is formally agreed upon in advance so the account isn't unexpectedly turned over to collections.
    — Stephanie O'Neill, NPR, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of unexpectedly

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