Example Sentences
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He replied: "No, not at all. Not that she could write. Surprised me."
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
Surprised, he said, “I thought you were moved by the singing!”
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 18, 2024
Surprised, Mr. Trump replied, “Well, I got recommendations from the Federalist Society.”
From New York Times • Jun. 23, 2023
Surprised to find his long-term plans unfurling during a global pandemic, Steinbrueck still sought to bridge the Seattle seafood restaurant gap between high-end and walkup-window.
From Seattle Times • May 25, 2023
Surprised, but not angry, which is a good start.
From "The Girl on the Train" by Paula Hawkins
