amaze
verb (used with object)
to overwhelm with surprise or sudden wonder; astonish greatly.
have amazed
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present perfectof amaze.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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As the skipper of the 40-foot sloop First Light, Ms. Brauer had at her fingertips resources that would have amazed the salts of yore.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026
Giant viruses have amazed biologists since their discovery in 2003.
From Science Magazine ● Apr. 8, 2024
The Northern Lights are a stunning display of glowing, swirling lights in the night sky that have amazed humankind for thousands of years.
From BBC ● Nov. 30, 2023
Stolz’s speed and strength have amazed many people.
From NewsForKids.net ● Mar. 16, 2023
If he had, it could not have amazed him more than what he did in fact discern—a hand holding back a curtain, and eyes.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
