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Discover LudwigThe phrase "drew gasps" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used to describe a situation where something causes surprise or shock, often in a dramatic or theatrical context. Example: "The magician's final trick drew gasps from the audience as he made the elephant disappear."
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Her comparison drew gasps and angry retorts.
The verdict drew gasps from the room.
Halfpenny's missed conversion drew gasps from the crowd.
The piece, silly but ingenious, drew gasps and laughter in equal measure.
He was challenging the concept of tempting fate, but the remark drew gasps.
It traveled at least 75 feet and drew gasps and applause from onlookers.
The second-half try Geraghty created drew gasps of involuntary wonder even from the dourest cynics.
His inability to get his lead leg over the first hurdle, and his awkward tumble, drew gasps from the crowd.
The first dress — blush pink, strapless, and mermaid-like, with silk-organza rosettes on the lower part — drew gasps.
First, it was a tall wooden box to the side of the net, a hurdle that drew gasps.
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The first dress blush pink, strapless, and mermaid-like, with silk-organza rosettes on the lower part drew gasps.
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