surprising
[ser-prahy-zing, suh-]
- causing surprise, wonder, or astonishment.
- unexpected.
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Origin of surprising
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Examples from the Web for unsurprisingly
Contemporary Examples
When I spoke to coworkers and friends today about the final episode, they were, unsurprisingly, disappointed.
Adnan Killed Her! No, Jay Did It! Serial’s Uncertain, True-to-Reality EndEmily Shire
December 18, 2014
But, unsurprisingly, they have very different issues with the bill.
Unsurprisingly many of the prized lots relate to the Second World War.
Churchill’s Secret Treasures for Sale: A British PM’s Life on the Auction BlockTom Teodorczuk
December 8, 2014
Unsurprisingly, many religious believers most strongly saw these events as happening for reasons according to a plan.
Unsurprisingly, and deservedly, it got its own Twitter account.
Historical Examples
Not unsurprisingly, Musa detected at once the competitive air.
The Lion's ShareE. Arnold Bennett
surprising
- causing surprise; unexpected or amazing
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