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surprisingly

/səˈpɹaɪzɪŋli/ adverb B1
  1. In a way that causes surprise because it is unexpected, or unusual. · Near-synonyms: unexpectedly, unusually· The house was surprisingly small for such a numerous family.
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Surprisingly, productivity did not drop at all in most of the participating businesses.
The Four-Day Workweek, p. 1 · B2
The rhythmic sound of the gears was surprisingly comforting in the dark.
The Keeper's Daughter, p. 1 · B2
Once you initiate the process, the perceived emotional threat often dissipates, making it surprisingly easy to maintain your momentum.
The Emotional Roots of Procrastination, p. 1 · C1
Their diet frequently consists of discarded food scraps, fallen fruit, and insects, with earthworms making up a surprisingly large portion of their nutritional intake.
Urban Foxes: Thriving in the Concrete Jungle, p. 1 · C1

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