abruptly

Example Sentences

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We saw how that worked out for USC, which abruptly canceled a scheduled debate after a storm of criticism over its selection process and the exclusion of those four candidates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Soon after the American Civil Liberties Union lawyer Celia Wang began her argument, Trump abruptly rose and left.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Much of that is bound for Asian countries, which have seen energy flows abruptly dry up, as prices spike and supplies shrink.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

The study, published in Physical Review Letters, demonstrates that viscous liquids can abruptly snap when stretched with enough force.

From Science Daily • Mar. 30, 2026

“Our work here in New York is completed, Matilda,” Aunt Kitty announced abruptly the next afternoon.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan