abrupt
Example Sentences
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Also on the central bank’s radar: sharp corrections in global financial markets or an abrupt pullback in artificial-intelligence investment, which would weigh on growth and consequently lower inflation.
His sudden death has brought those possibilities to an abrupt halt.
From BBC
An abrupt call at his retirement party from incoming Chief of Staff John Kelly changed those plans.
From BBC
The Mainichi said many people were frustrated over the abrupt election, as it slowed down legislative debates on a new government budget before the Japanese fiscal year ends in March.
From Barron's
Bullish is now down 67% from its debut peak on Aug. 13, a session that saw an abrupt reversal and a close 50 points off its intraday high.
From Barron's
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