Jaw-dropping

//ˈd͡ʒɔː ˌdɹɒpɪŋ// adj, slang

adj, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Causing great awe or surprise. informal

    "The acrobatic performance in the theater was jaw dropping."

Example

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"I’m here to show you the most jaw-dropping, heart stopping mind-bending paraphernalia you’ve ever laid your eyes upon!"

Etymology

A reference to a person’s mouth open wide in amazement or shock.

Related phrases

jaw-droppingly

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