| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| "This may come as a shock," or an apt title for this puzzle | LA Times Daily | 12 Mar 2025 |
| "Get ready, because this is some big news" | ||
| "Get ready!" ... or what to do upon hearing the ends of the answers to the starred clues? | New York Times | 04 Jul 2024 |
| "Brace yourself" | LA Times Daily | 05 Apr 2022 |
| 'Brace yourself' | ||
| *"Brace yourself" | ||
| "Rough ride ahead!" | ||
| "This may come as a shock ..." | ||
| "This may come as a shock . . ." | ||
| "Brace yourself" | ||
| "Rough ride ahead!" | ||
| Daredevil driver's warning to a passenger | ||
| Watch out! | ||
| Windy-day advice | ||
| Be prepared for a shock |