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as in stunned
affected with sudden and great wonder or surprise
you'd be amazed at the destruction one small squirrel can cause inside a house
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as in wondering
filled with amazement or wonder
a visitor cannot help but be amazed by the size of the Great Pyramid
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as in surprised
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
your ability to remember names and faces amazes me
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Recent Examples of amazed
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
My father would have been amazed, because my father didn't make speeches.
—Time Staff, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
When foodies walk into the indoor/outdoor restaurant, they’re beguiled by the tropical décor and amazed by dishes encompassing flavors that can be savored in layers.
—Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
Her parents don't accept her partner, Nick, but she's been amazed to see how the rest of her Amish family show their support and welcome her significant other.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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Despite the ongoing mystery of the items' purpose, Slack was amazed by the response online.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
My father would have been amazed, because my father didn't make speeches.
—Time Staff, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
When foodies walk into the indoor/outdoor restaurant, they’re beguiled by the tropical décor and amazed by dishes encompassing flavors that can be savored in layers.
—Essence, 6 Dec. 2024
Her parents don't accept her partner, Nick, but she's been amazed to see how the rest of her Amish family show their support and welcome her significant other.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
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The officer opened the bag in front of the passenger and was shocked to see what was inside: 82 fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms and a canister of pepper spray — none of which are allowed in carry-on luggage.Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
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Virgin River season 5 recap: Wildfire brings new love and shocking revelations to the town In the present, Mel’s shocked that this is her parents’ meet cute.Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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The giant wall of (working!) video monitors that Wagner and his team built ended up being a great way to pull the characters, and the camera, into the same astonished viewership as the ABC audience.Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 20 Dec. 2024
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Much of this diaspora has also responded to Assad’s downfall with astonished glee, some rushing to return home.Alexander Smith, NBC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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But the name stunned some community members.Lorraine Mirabella, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
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However, her attempt to get into the festive spirit didn't quite go to plan, and her version of a balloon Santa has stunned the internet—for all the wrong reasons.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
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This Earth sign loves a good tradition, so don’t be surprised if your plans lean toward classic celebration with a thoughtful twist — romantic dinners, heartfelt toasts or something as simple as a genuine conversation about the future with your special someone.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Dec. 2024
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But when Manning continues to remain on the list until decision day arrives for the NFL writers, do not be surprised if the former Giant receives a golden jacket, and rightfully deserves to be in the second-tier.Tyler Small, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
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Citizens tried to derail the plan as well, more appalled by the idea of razing an old cemetery than delighted by the prospects of a new park.Christina Ray Stanton, Smithsonian Magazine, 28 Oct. 2024
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Cancer advocates are appalled and are calling on Gov. Newsom to intervene.Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 27 Sep. 2024
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The work of art is not a miraculously healing, autonomous object that finds its counterpoint in an awed and newly invigorated individual viewer.Michaëla de Lacaze Mohrmann, Artforum, 1 Jan. 2025
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As a lapsed Catholic, I was awed by the brilliance of this altarpiece.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Amazed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amazed. Accessed 6 Jan. 2025.
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