surprising
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- surprisingly adverb
- surprisingness noun
- unsurprising adjective
Etymology
Origin of surprising
Example Sentences
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“Maybe it is time for investors to really reengage on a name that continues to be largely left for dead despite time and again surprising to the upside,” he says.
In an environment like this, it’s not surprising that our indicators are mixed.
From MarketWatch
It’s not surprising that the sole U.S. shark-related death occurred in California, said Steve Midway, an associate professor of fisheries at Louisiana State University.
From Los Angeles Times
Instantly, Camille is overcome with desire, as well as a more surprising, complicated feeling: jealousy.
From Salon
Now, that long established branch of the dinosaur family tree has gained a surprising new member.
From Science Daily
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