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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a bit of shock for" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a mild or unexpected surprise experienced by someone in a particular situation.
Example: "The news of her sudden resignation was a bit of shock for the entire team."
Alternatives: "a slight surprise for" or "a small shock to".
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It probably would have been a bit of shock for me to teach at other secondaries.
Nevertheless it came as a bit of shock for the naturally beautiful Carmichael to read the first reviews and realise that she had been cast as what she has described as "the ugly one".
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"It's a bit of shock therapy for their marriage," Mr. Carell said.
Kelly: "I think Eric was in a bit of shock.
And Hidden Figures reintroduced a bit of shock to me.
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The best-musical win for "Kinky Boots" was not unexpected — a wide cross-section of Tony voters said in interviews that they were supporting the show for its vibrant spirit — but still a bit of a shock for the producers and artists on "Matilda," which set a record in London for winning the most Olivier Awards (the Tony equivalent) and which received the best reviews of any musical this season.
It was proving a bit much for Gemma, 23. "It's actually a bit of a shock for me personally.
It was a bit of a shock for everyone.
The 2002 season was a bit of a shock for some other landlords, too.
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