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as in amazing
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
we suffered a stunning defeat at the hands of the bottom-ranked team in the division
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as in wonderful
causing wonder or astonishment
the stunning beauty of the star-filled sky on a cloudless night
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as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
how stunning the performers look in their costumes
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as in dazing
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 astonishing
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
the news of their boss's termination stunned the staff
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Philip Elliott, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
Read here to learn more about North Avondale’s plan and see some of the stunning homes that line street after street.
🌤️ Weather: High of 76.
—Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2024
The rocks in the Grand Canyon span from 270 million to 1.8 billion years old, a stunning backdrop against which human existence is but a mere blip.
—Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
In vibrant sequences set to the beat of ace Japanese pop tunes of the times, Fukase and Yoko create stunning work that leads to exhibitions in New York and the fringes of fame.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
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Now, that total will hit 200 and, in a stunning detail, could include snipers.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 4 Nov. 2024
Read here to learn more about North Avondale’s plan and see some of the stunning homes that line street after street.
🌤️ Weather: High of 76.
—Sydney Franklin, The Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2024
The rocks in the Grand Canyon span from 270 million to 1.8 billion years old, a stunning backdrop against which human existence is but a mere blip.
—Lane Sainty, The Arizona Republic, 3 Nov. 2024
In vibrant sequences set to the beat of ace Japanese pop tunes of the times, Fukase and Yoko create stunning work that leads to exhibitions in New York and the fringes of fame.
—Richard Kuipers, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
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Don't miss out on these amazing savings to enhance your workflow and keep your data safe while on the go.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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Thank you to Taylor and the Swift family for the amazing memories that will never be forgotten.Jack Irvin, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Then there’s Cleo’s nervy 30-something daughter, Grace — the wonderful Zoë Geltman — who’s always been the good girl but whose loins are newly afire for her brother-in-law, Roy (Gabriel Brown).Sara Holdren, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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The box includes only a USB-A-to-USB-C cable for charging. Sound: Powerful Bass and Clean Highs Simply put, the Bose SoundLink Home sounds wonderful.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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The crisp air and vibrant colors of the orchards create a beautiful backdrop for a leisurely day.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Replacing a drab sky with a beautiful one used to be a many-step process involving manual masking and layers.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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Verdict: Bose Nails the Basics In classic Bose fashion, the SoundLink Home sounds excellent, offering surprising bass response for its size while still providing plenty of detail in the high end.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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All the staples are there, too: bloody battles, surprising revelations and dormant powers within unlikely sources.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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This piece is also an homage to the vivid hues of South Australia’s lovely state flower the Sturt Desert Pea. Be sure not to miss out on Chihuly Nights, which is an all-access pass to the entire Chihuly experience.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Hannibal Lecter from 'Silence of the Lamb,' is a lovely man.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Davies makes a point of talking about the light in his photographs, but what my colleagues and I find startling is the color palette: The buildings are pale buff and so is much of the landscape around them.Owen Davies, Curbed, 4 Nov. 2024
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The final graph shows the most startling comparison.Joel Shulman, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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When Salomon rebuilt the Stance 96 last year, the iconic French brand redirected its focus toward off-piste freeride terrain with astonishing success.Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
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Economic concerns especially drove his astonishing inroads with young and minority voters.Larry Diamond, Foreign Affairs, 8 Nov. 2024
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Opening in the same year was the elegant Interlaken Hotel, on the shores of Twin Lakes, a gorgeous but ultimately doomed retreat for well-off visitors.James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
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Xbox fans should definitely look into getting the gorgeous Razer Wolverine V2 Chroma.Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Stunning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stunning. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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