Showing Surprise

used to convey surprise or amazement when something unexpected or remarkable happens

Jack was on time again this morning.Will wonders ever cease?

a way of saying that one does not believe something because it sounds too unbelievable or exaggerated

He said he'd met Rihanna.A likely story.

used to show one's surprise when meeting someone in a place one did not expect, or when one becomes aware of an unexpected relation between people

I didn't know that you knew my uncle.What a small world.

used to show one's surprise when seeing someone or something unexpected

As I live and breathe, I've never seen a more beautiful view.

used when one is surprised or when one wants to emphasize something

By gum, I really mean it this time!

used to show that one is shocked, annoyed, or surprised

Good grief, is it that time already?

used to show one's disbelief over something that was just said

You think your job is tough work?Tough work, my ass!My job is the tough one.

used to express one's disagreement or disbelief

Easy, my eye!You had to understand his thought process, which was ahead of everybody else

used to show one's disagreement or disbelief

Not working my foot.He's just too lazy to come.

used to tell a person that what they are hoping for will never happen or come true

Winning the lottery with just one ticket?You wish!

used to refer to a state in which someone is so surprised or frightened that they are unable to think clearly or make any move

Each time they asked him a question he was like a deer caught in the headlights.

used to express great shock, disapproval, anger, etc., in reaction to someone's bold behavior

He said my presentation was one of the poorest.Well, of all the cheek!

used to emphasize that something is genuine, serious, or not a joke

You think he's gonna show up on time?Be for real.

said when one is surprised, shocked, or amazed

Holy cow!How did you get that black eye?

used to show that one is really shocked or amazed

Holy shit, man, this is incredible.

used to express one's surprise or bewilderment

When I saw the view from the mountaintop, I thought, 'Holy moly, this is breathtaking.

used to express one's surprise or bafflement at something unexpected or remarkable

I was in Vienna sitting quietly in a café when, lo and behold, my cousin walked in.

used to show disbelief, shock, or surprise at something that has been said or done

Good Lord, I can't believe how much weight he's lost!

used to express one's surprise at something that has been said or done

Good gracious, you've really outdone yourself with this dinner.It's absolutely delicious!