sudden

Example Sentences

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"Disappointment in returns could trigger a sudden pullback in financing and turn the capex boom into a protracted investment bust, with potential knock-on effects on financial conditions," it said in its annual report.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

As news of Tree’s death circulated, numerous music stars paid tribute, including “Buy U a Drank” hitmaker T-Pain, who shared that he and Tree had connected before the singer’s sudden death.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

The event had raised over £600 for 2wish, a charity that supports families affected by sudden death in young people.

From BBC • Jun. 29, 2026

The gray skies part, the clouds lift and a warm maternal comfort spreads across the film, creeping in like the sun’s rays falling on cobblestones still shining from a sudden downpour.

From Salon • Jun. 29, 2026

It stared at Jeremy, broadcasting crankiness about the sudden movement.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville