abrupt
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“Wonder Man” star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II has addressed the recent discussions regarding Marvel’s track record on projects led by Black actors after the abrupt cancellation of his show.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
Marvel’s abrupt reversal on “Wonder Man” invited scrutiny from fans who had also noted how “Blade” had been stuck in development for years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
South Korea's annual military exercises with the US come to an abrupt end on Friday.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
South Korea’s foreign minister said the abrupt curtailment took the country by surprise, while the opposition party said it undermined the alliance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
She jerks to an abrupt halt in the parking lot and turns to face me.
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
Vocabulary lists containing abrupt
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