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Discover LudwigThe phrase "small surprise" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to indicate that something is not unexpected or surprising. It can also be used sarcastically to express that something was actually quite surprising, despite being described as "small." Example: "It was no small surprise when the new employee turned out to be the boss's son."
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Small surprise, considering the process by which they are elected.
Small surprise, therefore, that our concentration spans are shrivelling.
Again, Ms. Torres pulls off a small surprise.
Small surprise: in Canada, downplaying snow removal can be political suicide.
Small surprise that no country has publicly come to Argentina's defense over the Libertad saga.
Small surprise that Mr. Eins would find order among random lines and spots.
To see her so comfortable onstage was no small surprise to her longtime fans.
Small surprise that the average purchase that night at the White Plains store was about $120.
One small surprise yesterday: Nathan Lane will help Ms. O'Donnell with the hosting duties.
One small surprise: we were able to use actual BP logos in the film.
(Small surprise: the former "Fat Lady" has a new book to promote).
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