The unexpected thought hit Jordan like a punch to the belly, driving all the air from his lungs.

Suddenly a completely unexpected thought rammed through my skull and took root.

But movement in the hall distracted him from pursuing his own unexpected thought.

Suddenly, his aching back produced a most unexpected thought.

As she studied the image in the glass, an unexpected thought brought a wry smile.

The unexpected thought of such freedom terrified her.

Excited, Norma aligned three columns as unexpected thoughts occurred to her.

He looked a little startled, as if I'd offered an unexpected thought.

And at that moment he said, "I might as well tell you I've been having some unexpected thoughts these past few days.

Still, they also avoid too much rigidity, forgiving the occasional contradiction and unexpected thought.