Example Sentences

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At the time his parents said Osian had "amazed" doctors with his resilience and positive attitude.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2024

When we first became friends it had amazed me that he was single.

From Salon • May 20, 2012

As mayor of the capital city of Riyadh, he had done a first-rate job, and in negotiations with Aramco he had amazed the American oilmen with his quick mind.

From Time Magazine Archive

She had amazed him, this witch with the sparkling eyes that shone so alluringly under the scarlet kerchief.

From Greatheart by Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May)

Twice he had amazed the Jukes' children with lively airs, and one evening he had played for their parents.

From The Unknown Wrestler by Cody, H. A. (Hiram Alfred)