1) Among the most versatile of multi-purpose expressions, “shock and awe” can be used to portray any response desired; 2) A general response whose tone determines the manner of which it is used; 3) An expression used to convey your reaction or attitude towards or for a statement.
"George...did you know that Talisa bought a new car?"
"She did?"
"Shock and awe!"
"Oh my God...did you see that?!?"
"Shock...And...Awe..!"
"She did?"
"Shock and awe!"
"Oh my God...did you see that?!?"
"Shock...And...Awe..!"
by Avenger.In.Pink November 09, 2005