Considering his moderate profile, popularity, and long history of service to the state, his victory was not considered surprising.

The victory of Kada, who had very little political experience was considered surprising.

The selection of Farrior could not be considered surprising.

Shanahan was fired at the end of the season, a move considered surprising at the time.

The verdict against the two residents was considered very surprising in medical circles.

His election to the Senate was considered surprising.

This was considered very surprising, in view of all that her father and husband had done for her.

That the scores should be so similar could be considered surprising.

Latin's persistence might be considered surprising, considering how far it has fallen.

But the new numbers are considered surprising, because earlier and less rigorous surveys had put the margin closer to 9 to 1.