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abrupt

/əˈbrʌpt/
Word
Definition

If something is abrupt, it is sudden or unexpected.

Example Sentence

When the dancer fell down on her back, the ballet came to an abrupt stop.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 5

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