abrupt

Example Sentences

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At a time when border states are firing at one another, North Korea’s abrupt friendliness—as fleeting as it may be—has lowered the temperature between two countries still technically at war.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Though forward returns for large-caps after a doubling were “generally weak,” they researchers wrote, smaller-caps showed “more abrupt and severe declines.”

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

As one of the corporation's high profile names, his abrupt departure is a fresh blow for the BBC - the last for the current director general Tim Davie, who leaves the corporation later this week.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 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

I’m searching in vain for an elephant when my eyes come to an abrupt stop on a woman.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen