Associations to the word «Abruptly»

Wiktionary

ABRUPTLY, adverb. In an abrupt manner; without giving notice, or without the usual forms; suddenly; precipitously. [First attested in the late 16th century.]

Dictionary definition

ABRUPTLY, adverb. Quickly and without warning; "he stopped suddenly".

Wise words

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