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jaw-dropper

noun

Definition of jaw-dropper

as in surprise

something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected the underdog's victory was a jaw-dropper in boxing circles

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Recent Examples of jaw-dropper That's despite the sun's tenuous outer atmosphere being the number one sight during totality — a genuine jaw-dropper. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 3 Aug. 2026

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Let the surprise expand the conversation instead of ending it.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 28 Oct. 2026
Last month, Sufjan Stevens made a surprise onstage appearance during Meg Lui’s show at Tempo in Kingston, New York.

— Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 27 Oct. 2026

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Samy Paul, a British tourist, described the shock of the impact to The Associated Press after being rescued from the Renfe train.

— JOSEPH WILSON, Arkansas Online, 29 Oct. 2026
What readers are saying The comments express shock and concern over a recent train collision in Spain, highlighting issues with safety systems and the frequency of such accidents.

— Victoria Bisset, Washington Post, 28 Oct. 2026

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