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i sit in awe vs i sit there in shock

Both phrases are correct, but they convey different emotions. 'I sit in awe' expresses a feeling of admiration or wonder, while 'I sit there in shock' conveys a sense of surprise or disbelief. The choice between the two depends on the specific emotion the speaker wants to convey.

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i sit in awe

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a feeling of admiration or wonder.

This phrase is used to convey a sense of being amazed, impressed, or filled with wonder about something or someone.

Examples:

  • Every time I visit the Grand Canyon, I sit in awe of its beauty.
  • As I watched the performance, I sat in awe of the dancer's skill and grace.
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  • On a daily basis, I sit in awe at the amount of nonsense that pervades the world's media. The latest is the preoccupation with the ethnicity of Steve Jobs's ...
  • May 13, 2015 ... As Nurses Week comes to a close, I sit in awe of how our Nurse Alliance of SEIU Healthcare colleagues choose to celebrate the week by ...
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Alternatives:

  • I am in awe
  • I sit there in wonder
  • I am amazed by
  • I am impressed by
  • I am filled with wonder

i sit there in shock

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express a feeling of surprise or disbelief.

This phrase is used to convey a sense of being stunned, surprised, or in disbelief about something that has happened.

Examples:

  • When I heard the news, I sat there in shock for a few minutes.
  • As the final score was announced, I sat there in shock at the unexpected outcome.
  • And I sit there in shock, because … did she just say “Big” without even using the “ Mister”??? My grandmother not only watches SATC – she has the vernacular ...
  • Dec 3, 2012 ... And as I sit there in shock with my mouth wide open all I can think about is how I wish I could write with her honesty, candor, and humor.
  • Mar 27, 2008 ... And I sit there in shock, because not only does my grandmother watch SATC— she has the vernacular down. She goes on: “Honey, you've had ...
  • Jul 2, 2014 ... And as I sit there in shock, a sudden drop falls from my son's face to the table, shatters. It's like a bomb exploding on the table. It blows the ...

Alternatives:

  • I am in shock
  • I sit there in disbelief
  • I am stunned by
  • I am surprised by
  • I am taken aback by

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