shock
Plural
shocks
1
a sudden and intense feeling of surprise, distress, or disbelief caused by something unexpected and often unpleasant
- The news of his sudden resignation came as a shock to everyone in the office.
- She felt a shock of disbelief when she heard about the accident.
- He experienced a shock when he found out his childhood friend had passed away.
- The country was in shock after the unexpected election results were announced.
2
a critical physical state in which the body fails to circulate blood effectively, leading to low oxygen delivery and potential organ collapse
3
a thick, dense cluster of something, especially hair
4
an involuntary bodily reaction caused by electric current passing through the body
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a forceful clash or collision between opposing groups or combatants
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a sudden disturbance in the earth's crust
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a device that absorbs or dampens sudden mechanical force or vibration
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a tall bundle of grain sheaves stood upright in a field for drying