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shocked with vs shocked by

Both 'shocked with' and 'shocked by' are correct phrases in English, but they are used in different contexts. 'Shocked by' is the more common and standard construction when describing the thing that is making someone feel surprised. 'Shocked with' is less common and is generally used when describing an unfortunate encounter with electricity.
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shocked with

This phrase is less common than 'shocked by' but can be used to describe the feeling of shock or surprise.

This phrase is used to describe the emotional state of being shocked or surprised. It is less common than 'shocked by' and is often used in a more poetic or literary context.

Examples:

  • She was shocked with disbelief when she heard the news.
  • The audience was shocked with horror at the gruesome scene.
  • He was shocked with joy when he received the award.
  • The children were shocked with excitement when they saw the magician perform.
  • The villagers were shocked with awe at the sight of the meteor shower.
  • Coldwater's shocked with that Jablonsky kickoff return.
  • Police officers in at least five US states have filed lawsuits against Taser International claiming they suffered serious injuries after being shocked with the device during training classes.
  • Even the nurse was shocked with my response and was taken aback when I said now I want you to tell me everything, leaving out nothing.
  • Many new car purchasers have been shocked with the cost of insurance for that perfect car.
  • No, I wasn't that shocked with the whistle.
  • Moreover, I never made any conclusive statements as to why Bollyn was thrown to the ground, shocked with a Taser gun and arrested.
  • In order for us not to be shocked with what we would see, he decided to warn us that they play a bit of everything.
  • I knew you would be shocked with the news!
  • We highly recommend this game to any of the viewers of our website, you will be shocked with the incredible gaming experience you will have while playing this game.
  • Some will need to be shocked with a certain energy to awake out of sleep and be made aware of their responsibilities and of the serious risks they face.
  • More seriously, Montagnards who have refused to join government sanctioned churches have been beaten up and even shocked with electric batons.
  • We were pleasantly exhausted and shocked with the result-tired but happy!
  • They are punished by being kicked, shocked with a cattle prod, or beaten with a baton if they move out of place.
  • I'm shocked, with your record defending the poor and oppressed, that you've taken this case.
  • One time I went swimming in, like, the neighbor's pool when they had just shocked it with chlorine.
  • Imperial Senator Mon Mothma of Chandrila has shocked the Senate with her treasonous remarks against Emperor Palpatine.
  • Psychologists were sent to the crash site in order to cope with shocked passengers and firemen.
  • He went into v-fib, so I shocked him with 200 joules, and he reverted to a sinus rhythm with ectopy.
  • Mickey and Mallory have shocked a country numb with violence.
  • No, I was a bit shocked that first time with Emile.

Alternatives:

  • shocked by

shocked by

This is the more common and standard construction when describing the cause of the shock.

This phrase is used to describe the cause or reason for the shock or surprise. It is the more common and standard construction in English.

Examples:

  • She was shocked by the sudden turn of events.
  • He was shocked by the news of his friend's accident.
  • The students were shocked by the teacher's unexpected announcement.
  • The community was shocked by the scandal that rocked the town.
  • I was shocked by the level of corruption in the government.

Alternatives:

  • shocked with

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