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startle [ˈstɑ:tl, Am ˈstɑ:rt̬l] VB trans

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The pattern is used both in startle or deimatic displays and as a signal to warn off experienced predators.
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They attracted the attention of some pleasure boaters who had been startled by the loud noise.
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He closes the blinds and seems to be startled by something.
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They recapture her, but are startled by the inspector's apparent return from death.
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A burst of white noise is usually used as the acoustic startle stimulus.
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Other reasons for flaring is when they are startled by movement or change of scene in their environments.
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Upon returning from her explorations, she is startled by the presence of the hermit, who she thought was no longer on the island.
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She wears a flower in her cap, and is frequently startled.
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Suddenly my own face, reflected, startles me witless.
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A night thunderstorm startles the elderly pair, who see a figure standing outside their home in the rain.
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