abruptly
Example Sentences
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As they filled out the tests, Movius moved about the City of Industry classroom pounding abruptly on tables.
From Los Angeles Times
In late January, the yen surged abruptly, strengthening to the mid-155 range after approaching the 160 danger zone.
When trade policy shifts abruptly, they delay decisions, sit on cash, and scale back expansion.
From MarketWatch
When tariff rates change abruptly — or when exemptions hinge on lobbying — small businesses struggle to price products, plan inventory or hire workers.
From MarketWatch
Chip opened his mouth to answer, then shut it abruptly and stared hard at the front door of Jonah’s house.
From Literature
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
