abrupt
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The United Arab Emirates’ abrupt decision on Tuesday to leave the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries comes as the world faces a historic disruption to oil production and transport out of the Middle East.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026
The comedian’s comments were made days before an alleged gunman opened fire outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night, leading to the event’s abrupt cancellation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
It protects policyholders from unexplained and abrupt policy non-renewals.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
The playwright was fascinated by Broadway star Laurette Taylor and her abrupt manner with house guests, and based Hay Fever on her family.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
In the abrupt silence which had fallen, I heard Mr. Hatch come in the front door.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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