surprise with

surprise (one) with (something)

To shock, amaze, or astonish one by demonstrating something or presenting one with something. I must say, he surprised me with his honesty. I thought for sure he'd try to deny it or weasel his way out of a punishment. The kids surprised me with breakfast in bed for my birthday.
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Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

surprise someone with something

to astonish someone by presenting or showing something. I surprised her with a bouquet of roses. He surprised Roger with a new car.
See also: surprise
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • (one) could use (something)
  • (one) never would have guessed
  • (one) doesn't give a rip (about something)
  • (one) doesn't give a hoot (about something)
  • (one) won't hear of (something)
  • (one's) heart is set on (something)
  • (one) could stand (something)
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • all right
  • a/the feel of (something)
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