那個小偷竟然在光天化日之下偷東西，真是太可惡了！
That thief actually stole things in broad daylight, it's really detestable!
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Example sentences
沒想到他竟然答應了我的請求。
没想到他竟然答应了我的请求。
I didn't expect that he actually agreed to my request.
他竟然僱用殺手去殘害批評他的人。
He actually hired a hitman to harm those who criticized him.
這家不起眼的小店，竟然藏著頂級的美味。
This inconspicuous little shop actually hides top-tier deliciousness.
這場比賽的結果真是出乎意料，沒想到弱隊竟然贏了。
The result of this match was truly unexpected; I didn't think the weak team would win.
Usage Notes
Used to express surprise that something happened contrary to expectation.
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