amazed
/ə ˈmeɪzd/
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Definition(s):
- (adj) filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
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Usage(s):
- Freedom triumphed, science amazed, capitalism saved itself and American culture reigned.
- Her fierce choreography sometimes amazed and sometimes horrified, but in it she embodied modern dance arrogantly and spectacularly.
- He was amazed at the passion in a woman so self-contained, seemingly so remote.
Quotes
- This is due "in significant part (to) the malign neglect of the regime," said British Foreign Secretary David Miliband. "I'd be amazed if there hadn't been about 100,000 who died already."on May 14, 2008 By: David Miliband Source: Inquirer.net
- "I'm just amazed at this testimony," Waxman responded. "Mr. Hayward, you're not taking responsibility. You're kicking the can down the road and acting as if you have nothing to do ...... with the decisions."on Jun 17, 2010 By: Tony Hayward Source: ABC News
- "They're not only my friends, but they're great players," Paul said in a telephone interview from his New Jersey mansion. "I never stop being amazed by all the different ways of playing the guitar and making it deliver a message."on Oct 20, 2005 By: Les Paul Source: Press-Enterprise
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