abrupt

Example Sentences

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The morning after the abrupt shutdown, he said he had to turn away doctors and nurses who arrived unaware.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Which makes his abrupt departure, facing claims over his conduct, yet another BBC crisis - the last for the current director general Tim Davie, who leaves the corporation later this week.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

“This translates into a market dynamic where any headline can trigger abrupt price movements.”

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

“Bridgerton” Season 4 concluded with Francesca dealing with the sudden death of her husband, played by Victor Alli, as well as Michaela’s abrupt decision to leave London, despite her promise to stay.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

“Fischer had a gun to our heads,” he later said, explaining the abrupt termination of one of the most important American chess matches ever played.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady