Example Sentences

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Train punctuality in Germany is appalling - worse than in the UK, which will astound weary British commuters.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2025

The speed, the athleticism, and the artistry of NHL hockey will astound you — far more in person than what you can glean off television.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 4, 2018

“He masterminded a conspiracy that will astound you.”

From New York Times • Nov. 3, 2011

Our core mission is nourishing people and planet and we are set to revolutionize the food industry in ways that will astound people in the coming decade.

From Forbes • Aug. 10, 2011

The vices of the poor sometimes astound us HERE; but when the secrets of all hearts shall be made known, their virtues will astound us in far greater degree.

From Mary Barton by Gaskell, Elizabeth Cleghorn