sudden

Example Sentences

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She can’t expect a sudden polling Surge™ the more people get to know her, since everyone in the state already knows her well.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

The research looks at the risks they pose and how climate change is reshaping when and where these sudden events occur.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

The Persian Gulf closure is a sudden energy shock.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“A small mistake all of the sudden turns into a really severe incident or crash and there is potential for serious injury,” Gwisdalla said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Jonah couldn’t quite understand what was going on, but maybe that was because he felt so dizzy all of a sudden.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix