surprise
verb (used with object)
to strike or occur to with a sudden feeling of wonder or astonishment, as through unexpectedness.
have surprised
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present perfectof surprise.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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But Kennard may have surprised even himself when he drove against Houston’s Jabari Smith, U-turned, scampered back outside the three-point line and drained a three from the wing.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 19, 2026
I’ve noted elsewhere in these pages the succession of formerly atheist or agnostic intellectuals who in recent years have surprised their audiences by acknowledging Western societies’ ancient and continuing dependence on Christian concepts and values.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 18, 2026
Mr Sarandos earlier acknowledged that the agreement may have surprised investors but said it was a chance to position Netflix for success in the "decades to come".
From BBC ● Dec. 7, 2025
Justin McAuliffe, a research analyst at Gabelli Funds, said in emailed commentary that Walmart’s CEO announcement may have surprised some investors.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 15, 2025
I suppose it shouldn’t have surprised me, but the kids actually cheered when Clancy appeared in the doorway.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
