be astonishing

Frequency: 8.025.5 per million words

Used to describe a state of being that is very surprising.

astonishingVERB + astonishing

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Examples (10)

  • The speed of his recovery is truly astonishing.
  • The variety of species we saw on the dive was simply astonishing.
  • The results of the experiment will be astonishing if the hypothesis is correct.
  • The progress she has made is astonishing.
  • It is astonishing that he managed to finish the marathon with an injury.
  • Isn't it astonishing how quickly technology has advanced?
  • The sheer scale of the project was quite astonishing to the investors.
  • What you've achieved in such a short time is absolutely astonishing.
  • The view from the mountain peak was astonishing; we couldn't stop staring.
  • If we succeed, the outcome would be astonishing for the entire industry.