Phrases Expressing Surprise or Shock

That's quite a bombshell.

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Meaning

That's a very surprising and shocking piece of news.

Examples

  • John: 'My wife left me.'<br>
  • Alice: '<b>That's quite a bombshell</b>. I'm so sorry to hear that.'
  • John: '<b>That's quite a bombshell</b>. This will cause major disruption.'
  • Alice: 'The CEO resigned unexpectedly.'<br>