abruptly
Example Sentences
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A judge who acts abruptly or rudely, or who appears to make random decisions, is not necessarily guilty of misconduct.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026
He abruptly ended the first concert on his tour after a ‘dizzy’ spell.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026
Grid operators in Texas and elsewhere have been establishing “ride-through” requirements that ensure data centers and other big customers don’t abruptly unplug during a minor glitch.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Just one day before they were set to travel to Dallas, StubHub abruptly notified Montalvo that the seller could not deliver the tickets, refusing to provide comparable replacements due to soaring prices.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
And why had he cut off so abruptly?
From "Lawn Boy" by Gary Paulsen
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