as in shock
informal
something that shows or teaches you something in a surprising way
Traveling abroad can be a real eye-opener to many people. They say her biography is quite an eye-opener.
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Recent Examples of eye-opener
One before-breakfast eye-opener turned into two and pretty soon I was pleasantly jingled.
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Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 14 Aug. 2024
The equipment section is an individual-minded eye-opener.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 2 Aug. 2024
Dig deep into what matters to you while the sun faces off with Pluto.
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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Partnership drama can be an eye-opener today.
—USA TODAY, 23 July 2024
But there is no substitute for experience, so what was the biggest eye-opener about the process?
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for eye-opener 
Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 14 Aug. 2024
The equipment section is an individual-minded eye-opener.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 2 Aug. 2024
Dig deep into what matters to you while the sun faces off with Pluto.
Read the full Capricorn Daily Horoscope
Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)
Partnership drama can be an eye-opener today.
—USA TODAY, 23 July 2024
But there is no substitute for experience, so what was the biggest eye-opener about the process?
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for eye-opener
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eye-opener
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In one of the biggest shocks in UFC history, Holm dominated Rousey in the opening round of their bout at the Etihad Stadium, then spectacularly knocked her out with a head kick early in the second round to capture the title and become a two-sport world champion.—
John Mac Ghlionn,
Newsweek,
14 Jan. 2025
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The paper projects that this reinsurance shock could result in annual premiums going up $700 by 2053.—
Jennifer Castenson,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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The 34-year-old Uncut Gems actress has revealed that her current New York home came with a surprise: a benevolent spirit named Beauty, who has taken up residence in the basement.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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The fields for the men’s and women’s Rumbles haven’t been completely filled, and there will be some obvious surprises.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Dennis Quaid says son Jack Quaid will 'eclipse' both him and mom Meg Ryan While his performance is one of gradual revelation, Thatcher’s is one of discovery.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
22 Jan. 2025
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Tuesday’s lawsuit also sidesteps Rihanna’s later revelations that Brown hit her on numerous other occasions during their relationship.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
21 Jan. 2025
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In a season in which a Clemson-Alabama CFP rematch seemed probable, this shocker temporarily shook up that inevitability.—
Scott Dochterman,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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The host weighs in on the season 2 premiere shocker and much more.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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In addition to a jolt in ticket sales, the school also recognized a marked increase in the sale of football programs, novelties, parking and concessions, which cumulatively generated $2.9 million in FY24 as compared to $1.5 million the previous year.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
15 Jan. 2025
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There are a number of factors, including the transition jolt Christian Braun provides to the starting lineup and the driving, cutting presence of Russell Westbrook.—
Bennett Durando,
The Denver Post,
14 Jan. 2025
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