as in to amaze
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
it astounds me that you flew all the way out here just for my birthday
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Recent Examples of astound
And the ease of stepping onto Cornwall’s sandy, expansive beaches will astound you.
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Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Beauty and the Beast astounded when opening to $174.6 million domestically in mid-March 2017, not adjusted for inflation.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Mar. 2025
In terms of other Disney live-action princess remakes, Beauty and the Beast astounded when opening to $174.6 million domestically in mid-March 2017, not adjusted for inflation.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Mar. 2025
What astounds, though, are the sculpture’s extraordinary eyes.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2025
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Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Apr. 2025
Beauty and the Beast astounded when opening to $174.6 million domestically in mid-March 2017, not adjusted for inflation.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Mar. 2025
In terms of other Disney live-action princess remakes, Beauty and the Beast astounded when opening to $174.6 million domestically in mid-March 2017, not adjusted for inflation.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Mar. 2025
What astounds, though, are the sculpture’s extraordinary eyes.
—Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for astound
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Its steadfast dedication to its classic roots, combined with a fearless spirit of innovation, results in pieces that never fail to amaze.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
14 July 2025
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Red tint amazes skywatchers Smartphones not enough to capture moon's beauty What would a lunar eclipse look like if the earth was flat?—
Jenny Porter Tilley,
Louisville Courier Journal,
14 Mar. 2025
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Bruce Brigham, the business's president, said Howie Glass had been a Midwest Glass customer for about 30 years and they were surprised by the closure news.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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The harmonious blend of savory premium ground beef, the depth of rich cocoa, and the bold notes of robust coffee create a flavor symphony that surprises and delights even the most experienced palates.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Joel Bernstein, Denver, N.C. I was astonished to read the June 30 letter (Proud of Trump) from Rob Berg, who compared Trump’s bombing of Iran with Barack Obama participating in an attack on Libya.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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That is why Nix's mind is what has Engram astonished.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
25 June 2025
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While she was alarmed by shiny black leggings, slingback boots, and a jean jacket, I was equally stunned by her Pentecostal version of nurses’ scrubs; a powder blue, boxy dress with a matching jacket and headwrap.—
Essence,
Essence,
24 July 2025
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In January 2019, the Empire star claimed to have been a victim of a hate crime that stunned Hollywood but later was accused of staging the attack.—
Peter White,
Deadline,
22 July 2025
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Under the masterful conditioning care of Brendan Walsh, this powerful striding colt came within a neck of shocking the world at odds of 15-1 in the second leg of the Triple Crown series.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Don’t be shocked to see Navy try him at QB in that triple option in Annapolis.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Many dogs and other pets were startled by the noise and ran away, shelter officials said, and good Samaritans found them and brought them to shelters.—
Marcus D. Smith
July 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 July 2025
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On June 2, the heart of Sicily—Mount Etna—experienced a volcanic eruption that startled tourists, summoned emergency alerts, and shot lava and ash high into the sky.—
Erica Firpo,
AFAR Media,
4 June 2025
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“Astound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/astound. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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