Example Sentences

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It was a sad sight, then comical, then stupefying.

From Salon • Dec. 21, 2025

This orchestra and its chief conductor, Kirill Petrenko, offer a master class in stupefying technique and passion.

From New York Times • Feb. 7, 2024

The stupefying truth revealed itself, and a polite call to his cheery stepmother confirmed that his dad was alive and well — “working in the chicken coop.”

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 18, 2023

Australian singer Nick Cave has said he is attending the Coronation for "the stupefying spectacular, the awe inspiring".

From BBC • May 6, 2023

Maybe Nina had a stupefying effect on all stalwart northerners.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo