Surprise Idioms
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Meaning: to avoid expressing surprise, fear, or shock.
Example: The man didn't bat an eye when the explosions went off around him and bullets zipped past his head. Read more ➺
Meaning: shock or surprise at something you see or hear
Example: My fiancé is with someone else - I can't believe my eyes. Read more ➺
Meaning: to arrive at an event
Example: They had fewer people turn out for their party than they anticipated. Read more ➺
Meaning: occurrence of something shocking
Example: Good grief, is she going to kick her brother in front of the entire school? This is really shocking for me. Read more ➺
Meaning: whatever is happening now will be surpassed by something better in the future
Example: I am glad that you are enjoying your holiday,the best is yet to come. Read more ➺
Meaning: used when asking someone to repeat what they have said
Example: They are going out tonight, even though we told them to stay at home. "Say what!" Read more ➺
Meaning: To amaze or astonish someone completely; to cause intense wonder or excitement.
Example: The breathtaking view from the top of the mountain blew my mind; I had never seen anything so beautiful. Read more ➺
Meaning: Used when surprised by an unexpected encounter or connection.
Example: I ran into my childhood friend in Paris—it's a small world! Read more ➺
Meaning: A person who unexpectedly wins or succeeds, especially when little is known about them.
Example: Jason was hardly mentioned during the race, but he became the dark horse and won the election. Read more ➺
Meaning: a sudden and unexpected event or piece of news (typically annoying)
Example: The sudden uprising in many parts of the country was utterly a bolt from the blue for the ministry. Read more ➺
