abrupt

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Ominous headlines and abrupt u-turns about trade wars and actual wars make executives more cautious too.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Like other countries around the region, Iraq has become engulfed in the war, bringing to an abrupt end a period of nascent stability.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Which makes his abrupt departure, facing claims over his conduct, yet another BBC crisis - the last for the current director general Tim Davie, who leaves the corporation later this week.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“Bridgerton” Season 4 concluded with Francesca dealing with the sudden death of her husband, played by Victor Alli, as well as Michaela’s abrupt decision to leave London, despite her promise to stay.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

“I wasn’t sorry to leave,” Russo later said of his abrupt exit.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin