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  • present perfect of surprise (3rd person singular).

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A tiny spider with a bright red smile on its back has surprised scientists by turning up thousands of miles from where they thought its famous relatives lived.

From Science Daily Jul. 9, 2026

In a note earlier this month, Standard Chartered Bank’s forex strategist Steven Englander remarked how growth in the U.S. has surprised with its resilience in 2026.

From MarketWatch Jun. 19, 2026

What has surprised the researchers is how confident the computer models already are about its strength.

From BBC Jun. 11, 2026

The fund’s runaway success has surprised even its managers.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 22, 2026

“What has surprised you the most about being back?” he asked.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie