startling
Americanadjective
adjective
Other Word Forms
- startlingly adverb
- unstartling adjective
Etymology
Origin of startling
Example Sentences
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It’s a startling development that leaves its population homeless and reframes the entire series.
From Los Angeles Times
Now his name is trending again, his lawsuit against his parents a startling revelation.
From Los Angeles Times
It was a startling scene, even for residents like Denise Evans, who has seen it all over the years.
From Los Angeles Times
It’s not going to be a quick, easy task even if the cancellation is starting to take place with startling speed: Chávez’s presence is as ubiquitous in Mexican American life as the Virgin of Guadalupe.
From Los Angeles Times
Last November two members of the Try Guys, a gaggle of broadcasters best known for their experimental exploits on YouTube, made a startling admission to fans: Their podcasts were hemorrhaging money.
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