Several insurers have surprised critics by declaring that they will not apply the provisions in many policies that exclude acts of war.

In 1995 however, the band really surprised the fans and critics by releasing the storming Scream.

Fujisawa went on to surprise critics as he won the Kisei title six straight years from 1976 to 1982.

Although he was a self-described liberal, he often displayed an independent streak that sometimes surprised his admirers and critics alike.

Politicians are particularly aware of the lieutenant governor's role in the 1998 re-election, when she surprised critics by emphatically asserting herself.

Microsoft, long ridiculed as the tech industry dullard, has surprised critics with its Windows Phone software.

She surprised critics and audiences with her performance in the film and received much appreciation for her work.

In 1982, he surprised his backers and critics by resigning as chief minister of Uttar Pradesh.

This surprised some supporters and critics, who questioned Robins' persistance with the young striker.

The reluctance to release the study surprised both critics and supporters of the small-school effort.