abruptly
Example Sentences
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But then disaster strikes, abruptly ending that run of good fortune.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
But none of the headline names showed, leaving conference attendees staring at an empty podium, until the session was abruptly canceled.
From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026
The allegations prompted several members of his campaign to abruptly walk away from their jobs.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026
Temperatures climbed abruptly, building over just a couple of days to give all four nations of the UK their warmest weather of the year so far.
From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026
The entire wall shuddered for a moment, then a large crack abruptly split the ice from top to bottom.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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