Sentences

startle in a sentence

v. t.

📚 Grade Level: Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5

Definition

To cause someone to feel sudden shock or surprise.

Sample Sentences

  1. The sudden clap of thunder seemed to startle the unsuspecting hikers.
  2. She didn't mean to startle him when she entered the room so quietly.
  3. The loud noise from the fireworks was enough to startle even the bravest of dogs.
  4. A sudden movement in the bushes can easily startle a deer, causing it to flee.
  5. He tried to startle her by jumping out from behind the door, but she was ready for him.
  6. The sudden loud noise from the fireworks seemed to startle the entire crowd.
  7. She didn't mean to startle him when she entered the room unexpectedly.
  8. The unexpected appearance of a deer in the backyard was enough to startle the dog.
  9. A sudden gust of wind can startle even the most composed of individuals.
  10. The teacher's unexpected announcement managed to startle the students into silence.
  11. The loud crash from the kitchen managed to startle everyone in the living room.
  12. A sudden movement in the bushes can easily startle a deer into running away.
  13. She didn't mean to startle him when she tapped him on the shoulder from behind.
  14. The unexpected appearance of the clown at the party caused a few children to startle and scream.
  15. The bright flash of lightning was enough to startle the dog, sending him scurrying under the bed.