THAN I THOUGHT

Definition: Used to express surprise or disbelief at a situation that has turned out to be different or more extreme than one previously believed or expected.

Synonyms: Surprisingly So, More Surprising, Unexpectedly So, Shocking Contrast, Not Anticipated

Usage Examples in Sentences

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The test results were better than I thought.
#2
Solving the puzzle was trickier than I thought.
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Writing a novel is more time-consuming than I thought.
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The labyrinthine plot of the novel turned out to be more convoluted than I thought.
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The concert's euphony was more enchanting than I thought it would be.
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The artist's interpretation of the abstract concept was more profound than I thought.
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Mastering the martial art proved to be more demanding than I thought.
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She spoke more eloquently than I thought she could.
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The task proved to be simpler than I thought it would be.
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Than I thought, the exam turned out to be more difficult.
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She is taller than I thought she would be.
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She performed better in the competition than I thought.

Usage Example in Conversation

A: Have you seen the quarterly sales report?B: Yes, I just reviewed it. It's much lower than I thought.A: Really? I was expecting a slight decrease, but not that much.B: Exactly, it's quite surprising.
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