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It's not surprising that he doesn't want to go.
The changes to the campus were surprising.
He shows a surprising lack of concern for others.
A surprising number of people were laid off at the factory.
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Since Donald Trump Returned To White House The big increases from 2023 are not surprising given that that year’s figure was severely impacted by the Hollywood strikes, which virtually halted production including on multiple big-budget co-pros for around six months.
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2025
With more than 530 restaurants in 23 states, Captain D's rapid expansion isn't surprising for those who are fans of the quick, quality seafood.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2025
The extreme lines are surprising, considering the fact that this is La La Land’s soft launch of the Fort Worth location.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2025
This answer from Kelce is surprising for several reasons.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2025
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Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Feb. 2025
With more than 530 restaurants in 23 states, Captain D's rapid expansion isn't surprising for those who are fans of the quick, quality seafood.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 6 Feb. 2025
The extreme lines are surprising, considering the fact that this is La La Land’s soft launch of the Fort Worth location.
—Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Feb. 2025
This answer from Kelce is surprising for several reasons.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2025
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“Surprising.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surprising. Accessed 10 Feb. 2025.
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