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abruptly

[uh-bruhpt-lee] / əˈbrʌpt li /


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A large U.S. delegation arrived with high hopes that were abruptly dashed, according to four sources who attended the talks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Meanwhile, on May 2, Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down all its operations, citing financial losses and the high cost of fuel.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

But hours after posting on Truth Social on Tuesday evening that he was suspending Project Freedom to see whether "the Agreement can be finalized and signed", Trump abruptly changed tone.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

If the object has no atmosphere, the star's light should disappear abruptly as it is blocked.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

When the princess didn’t answer, Jack abruptly released Phillip, who fell forward in surprise.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley




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