suddenly

/ ˈsʌdənlɪ /

adverb

1. quickly and without warning; unexpectedly

Example Sentences

“While most people were trying to dodge the downpour—TV screens giving up one by one, umbrellas suddenly becoming the hottest commodity in the room—we at InPlanet were secretly thrilled,” he said.

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With Japanese rates rising and the Bank of Japan stepping back, there’s suddenly nobody left to buy bonds that nobody wants at prices nobody likes.

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It might be time to retire when the word “promotion” suddenly sounds intimidating instead of intriguing, says Farrell.

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After Thompson’s death last year, private security firms reported a surge in inquiries from executives who were suddenly worried about their safety.

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“The thesis films had money and lights — you have everything and suddenly you don’t have anything. So learning how to make movies with nothing was a new skill set.”

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Related Words

• abruptly 
• all of a sudden 
• quickly 
• swiftly