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also surprizes
1
as in shocks
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
the anniversary party was such a complete surprise that the couple was speechless for a moment
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2
as in amazements
the state of being strongly impressed by something unexpected or unusual
stared in utter surprise at the deer in his cabin
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3
as in ambushes
a setup in which hidden attackers lie in wait
waited under cover of darkness and took the enemy encampment by surprise at dawn
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also surprizes
1
as in amazes
to make a strong impression on (someone) with something unexpected
I was very surprised when my parents offered to pay the down payment on our house
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2
as in traps
to lie in wait for and attack by surprise
FBI agents surprised the counterfeiters in their own base of operations
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Set over four floors, the pad stuns right away with a striking entrance hall clad in Crema Luna limestone with views of the lush formal gardens.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
21 Nov. 2024 -
Explore Charlottesville Meadows of Dan In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Meadows of Dan stuns with natural beauty at all times of the year.—
Madeline Weinfield,
Southern Living,
20 Oct. 2024
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“Surprises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/surprises. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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