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

Ponder also the sudden ubiquity of advertisements for personal-injury law firms that promise to get their clients ample reward for damages.

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

The party's sudden fall from grace in the eyes of the population, even of some erstwhile supporters, has been spectacular.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The backflare from the door-less opening on the stove had singed Glenn and me with a sudden searing.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck