as in amazing
causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness
the jaw-dropping prices for high-end modern art at the auction houses this season
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Recent Examples of jaw-dropping
His most impressive was the jaw-dropping, 488-foot shot into the second deck in right field off Yu Darvish in Game 1 of the 2022 National League Championship Series, which the Phillies won 2-0 en route to winning the series in five games.
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ABC News,
25 May 2026
And the results are downright jaw-dropping.
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Andrea Gawrylewski,
Scientific American,
22 May 2026
On one hand, there was a bevy of huge, crazy Tribal Councils with last-second whispering and maneuvering, leading to jaw-dropping exits.
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Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
The memory of Audra McDonald looms large, but there’s an effortlessness to Nichelle’s singing and the power in her voice is jaw-dropping to me.
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Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
20 May 2026
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ABC News,
25 May 2026
And the results are downright jaw-dropping.
—
Andrea Gawrylewski,
Scientific American,
22 May 2026
On one hand, there was a bevy of huge, crazy Tribal Councils with last-second whispering and maneuvering, leading to jaw-dropping exits.
—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
The memory of Audra McDonald looms large, but there’s an effortlessness to Nichelle’s singing and the power in her voice is jaw-dropping to me.
—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jaw-dropping
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The eighth-floor outdoor pool has amazing views, and the hotel sits in walking distance of shops and restaurants.
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The director, 68, and the action star, 78, worked together on 1996's Eraser, with both wanting to deliver an amazing action movie.
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The visitor—who understands English but can’t speak—gradually learns to fit in while deploying his few but startling paranormal abilities.
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In a 2010 study, scientists cooked meatloaf and found that startling quantities of silicone migrated into the food.
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Against that backdrop, some say the ships are offering a surprising sense of connection.
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In many ways, the strong turnout for the World Cup isn't all that surprising.
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See what Muir himself loved about this region by trekking part or all of the stunning Bishop Pass Trail (about 11 miles out and back) or the Little Lakes Valley Trail.
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However, visitors are also encouraged to simply drop by without a reservation to enjoy a glass of wine and experience the stunning architecture, gardens, and To Kalon Vineyard.
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Cape Verde began this run by making a statement, producing a shocking 0-0 draw against soccer powerhouse Spain on June 15 in its first-ever World Cup match.
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The Packers then blew a 21-3 halftime lead in the Wild Card round against Chicago, gave up 25 fourth quarter points and eventually suffered a shocking 31-27 loss to the arch-rival Bears.
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Their defensive commitment was astonishing, compact and aggressive in a 5-4-1 shape throughout, limiting the overwhelming tournament favourites to pot-shots for over an hour.
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Laptop Deal The HP OmniBook 3 redefines long-haul productivity by delivering an astonishing 32 hours and 15 minutes of operating on a single charge.
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“Jaw-dropping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jaw-dropping. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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