abruptly
Example Sentences
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Abruptly capping wells is geologically hazardous: sudden pressure drops clog wellbores with heavy waxes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Abruptly, the sound of police radios in the distance brought all conversation to an end.
From BBC • Aug. 5, 2025
Abruptly stopping some medications may cause withdrawal effects.
From Salon • Sep. 18, 2023
Abruptly, Brown called John Wooten, his friend and teammate, telling him he was retiring and to wish the team well.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2023
Abruptly, and rather unwillingly, Capricorn's men returned to reality.
From "Inkheart" by Cornelia Funke
Vocabulary lists containing abruptly
A Long Walk to Water
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Number the Stars
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