"Surprising snubs" refers to a situation where someone or something that was expected to be recognized or included is unexpectedly overlooked or ignored. Full definition
The fading memory of the Swedish horror hit, meanwhile, is surely responsible for its otherwise meager showing, with a particularly surprising snub for Best Cinematography. (incontention.com)
In turn, the more surprising snub will be that of Blind, with the Dutchman forming an important part of United's plans last season under Louis van Gaal. (caughtoffside.com)
That being said, the fall festival season is only the beginning of the Oscar race, so there's surely plenty of drama to come, and we'll be covering every meteoric rise and surprising snub right here on Oscar Beat. (collider.com)