as in surprise
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
the underdog's victory was a jaw-dropper in boxing circles
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Reactions to the extraordinary news spread quickly, ranging from surprise to anger at the league itself, according to five people who work inside or closely with the NBA, all of whom were granted anonymity because they were not permitted to speak publicly about the matter.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Oct. 2025 -
There might be other surprise memories of that nature.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Oct. 2025
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Sudden macroeconomic shocks or trend reversals can push prices well below the EMA, leading to mark-to-market losses or assignments on declining stocks.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
27 Oct. 2025
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Eight years on, FII has evolved from a stage for shock-and-awe reveals into a reflection of Saudi Arabia’s maturing economic strategy, and of Public Investment Fund’s (PIF) central role in driving it.—
Wael Mahdi,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Man, that jolt felt like Emmanuel Sanders streaking down the sidelines at Cleveland.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
20 Oct. 2025
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For long-haul trips, consider the Southern Hemisphere for a jolt of vitamin D in a rugged, determinedly uncommercial spot, or take a dip in a memorable, albeit temporary, Japanese onsen.—
Mark Ellwood,
AFAR Media,
20 Oct. 2025
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Released in 2024, this six-figure stunner features a levitating flying tourbillon that allows the wearer to alternate between automatic and manual modes.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 Oct. 2025
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The original deal was a stunner, with the Broccoli family controlling Bond for decades, albeit with Amazon MGM as a financial partner.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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The revelation that the tattoo had been hastily covered up is just the latest bizarre twist that the high-stakes Senate race had taken in just the past 10 days.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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This revelation in Gen V may prove to be a big advantage for those supes and humans who have forged a resistance to Homelander’s bloody rule, and who will ultimately clash during the upcoming series finale of The Boys.—
Demetrius Patterson,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Along with the musical performance from Smith, fans can expect big bombshells and some piping hot tea from this season’s couples.—
Yamillah Hurtado,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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The news comes hours after Winkleman and Tess Daly dropped a glitterball bombshell about their plans to quit Strictly Come Dancing this year.—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Jaw-dropper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropper. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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