shocks
Pronunciation: [ʃɑks]
Context: “physical sensation”
(noun) a sudden and surprising feeling often related to a strong impact or unexpected event. It can make you feel scared, surprised, or jolted.
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The loud noise gave me such a shock that I jumped out of my seat.
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I wasn't shocked at all when I heard the news; I expected it to happen.
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Have you ever experienced a shock that made you jump?
Context: “surprise”
(verb) to surprise someone greatly or to cause them to feel strong emotions, usually unexpectedly. It can also mean to disturb someone emotionally.
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The announcement shocked everyone in the room with its unexpected news.
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She was not shocked by his sudden departure; she had seen the signs for a long time.
Example
What would shock you the most if you heard it today?
Context: “electricity”
(verb) to receive an electric shock when a person touches something that carries electricity. This can hurt and is usually dangerous.
Example
He was careful while working with electrical wires, so he never got shocked.
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After not following safety rules, she got shocked by the circuit.
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What should I do if I accidentally get shocked by an electric device?