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as in surprise
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
As expected, the box-office champ was another superhero actioner, but the real stunner was the second-place finish for the low-budget comedy.
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as in queen
an attractive woman
Not only is she smart, she's a real stunner.
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Recent Examples of stunner
Shortly after, cinematographer Pat Scola’s overhead view of a makeshift cemetery is a stunner.
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Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Ayari was the star man as Sweden beat Poland in the UEFA play-off final to secure his side’s place in North America — and continued with that form by scoring a stunner after just seven minutes of their opener.
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Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
As reported, box office stunners by YouTubers Curry Barker and Kane Parsons continue in wide release.
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Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 June 2026
The late Bill Paxton and Billy Bob Thornton serve as steady characters for Cynda Williams, Earl Billings, and the underrated Michael Beach to bounce off of in Carl Franklin's stunner of a film.
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Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Ayari was the star man as Sweden beat Poland in the UEFA play-off final to secure his side’s place in North America — and continued with that form by scoring a stunner after just seven minutes of their opener.
—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
15 June 2026
As reported, box office stunners by YouTubers Curry Barker and Kane Parsons continue in wide release.
—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
14 June 2026
The late Bill Paxton and Billy Bob Thornton serve as steady characters for Cynda Williams, Earl Billings, and the underrated Michael Beach to bounce off of in Carl Franklin's stunner of a film.
—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stunner
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Williams’ decision to leave the position was a big surprise to the mayor, commissioners and residents, though her departure followed months of controversy and scrutiny.
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High temperatures inside a car, even when no one is in it, can lead to some dangerous or messy surprises.
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Resting options include double bunk beds in back and queen bed with bamboo mattress up front.
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Get a king for the price of a queen, or a queen for the price of a twin, plus a free adjustable base during the sale.
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Season 3 of the series returned with a bloody episode and a skyrocketing death toll, which continues to rise, as the rival Targaryen factions clashed in the shock-and-awe-inspiring Battle of the Gullet.
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Rosenqvist’s departure was a bit of a shock, but Scott Dixon decision to leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years with the team was of seismic proportions.
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To perform a sacrifice in front of a temple so as to influence a god or goddess was not seen as any kind of problem.
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Lagaʻaia's Moana voyages past the reef of her isolated island Motunui on a quest to restore the heart of the goddess Te Fiti, stolen by Johnson's rascally demigod.
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They were shocked when a gift box opened to a large screen that showed the boys, over in Casa Amor, participating in the heart rate challenge with six new bombshells.
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Here are the 18 bombshells shaking things up in Casa Amor.
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There’s nothing more satisfying than a poolside lunch or candlelit dinner on the beach, where your three courses total up to less than 600 calories and are still doing your brain, beauty, and microbiome good.
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All of our differences, all of our uniqueness, that’s the beauty, ya’ll.
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The metal-and-glass construction gives it a more elevated look than its price might suggest, while the color combinations add a cheerful, almost retro jolt to a shelf, side table, or countertop.
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Takeoff and landing are when many aviation incidents occur—they’re considered the most critical phases of a flight and when an aircraft is most vulnerable to sudden, unexpected jolts of motion.
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This superb sipper is as good a reason as any to break out your punch bowl, and is soon to become your signature once everyone at the gathering catches an eyeful, then tastes a cup-full.
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This weekend, fans will also get an eyeful during the NBA All-Star Weekend.
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“Stunner.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stunner. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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