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sudden

[suhd-n] / ˈsʌd n /


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But they’re scratching their heads over its sudden ubiquity—and racing to keep up with new twists to the game.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

“Our companies have pricing power but have never used it because it was seen as un-Japanese to raise prices. Now, all of a sudden, it is acceptable,” says Heck.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

County medical examiner raises new questions about the sudden death of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

During a large earthquake, sudden movement along the fault causes pressure inside the fluid-filled rock to drop rapidly.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

The sudden loudness of my voice drew curious looks.

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows




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