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abruptly

[uh-bruhpt-lee] / əˈbrʌpt li /


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Abruptly capping wells is geologically hazardous: sudden pressure drops clog wellbores with heavy waxes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Abruptly ending a career prematurely can’t be easy.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

Abruptly, the sound of police radios in the distance brought all conversation to an end.

From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025

Abruptly fired in a wave of government layoffs, Salva said her world began to unravel.

From Seattle Times • May 11, 2024

Abruptly he turned and pushed past Bronden, nearly toppling her off the path and into a web.

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda




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