abruptly
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, in Hampshire, walkers expressed frustration the path stops abruptly at Southampton Water, where the Hythe Ferry has been out of service for 18 months.
From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026
Long Island Iced Tea hadn’t posted a profit in five years when it abruptly changed its name to Long Blockchain in December 2017.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 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
Josie’s father had opened his mouth to protest again, but now he abruptly shut it.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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