применить неожиданный манёвр("It was clear to me, however, that by pretending that he had really succeeded in his design I might surprise a confession." (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle)ART Vancouver); неожиданным ходом добиться своей цели("It was clear to me, however, that by pretending that he had really succeeded in his design I might surprise a confession." (Sir Arthur Conan Doyle)ART Vancouver)
удивлённый(showing or feeling surprise • his surprised face • I'm surprised (that) he's not here. • You behaved badly – I'm surprised at you! • I wouldn't be surprised if he won.); изумлённый; в изумлении; в замешательстве(Dill admitted he was a bit surprised after being notified of the promotion.Abysslooker)