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What does 'a nasty shock' shock mean?
Could you give some example sentences?
Thank you
10 sept. 2022 11:06
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'You are going to get a nasty shock if you think your bill will only be a few hundred quid.' It means the negative surprise someone will receive because their expectations are out of synch with reality. It could be used in warnings/advice or even threats.
10 septembre 2022
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nasty shock means very astonished.
For example: The news gave me a nasty shock.
10 septembre 2022
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Jessicamessica
Compétences linguistiques
Anglais, Russe, Ukrainien
Langue étudiée
Anglais
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