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Shock horror

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Used when something is genuinely surprising or appalling. SlideI saw the haunted house and, shock horror, it really had a ghost!
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Often used to emphasize the impact of a revelation or incident. SlideShe walked in and, shock horror, the whole room was decorated for her birthday.
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Can communicate a strong emotional response, usually negative. SlideHe read the note and, shock horror, his face went pale.
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