Surprise Idioms

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out of the blue

Meaning: Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.

Example: Emily received a scholarship offer out of the blue just days before the semester began. Read more ➺


taken aback

Meaning: Suddenly surprised or shocked, often in a slightly negative or unexpected way.

Example: She was taken aback when her quiet coworker suddenly announced he was quitting. Read more ➺


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