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Could you tell me the differences between "startle" and "shock"? Are they totally the same?
Oct 20, 2013 4:16 PM
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Not the same.
To startle is physical, "you startled me" means I have suddenly appeared and surprised you.
To shock is more mental. I could shock you by saying someone has died or giving you other bad news.
October 20, 2013
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