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Suddenly

adverb

/ˈsʌd.ən.li/

Meaning

quickly and without warning; unexpectedly

in a way that happens quickly and unexpectedly

The car suddenly stopped in the middle of the road.

The lights suddenly went out during the meeting.

abruptly, unexpectedly, instantly, immediately

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abruptly, unexpectedly, instantly

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abruptly, unexpectedly, instantly, immediately

gradually, slowly, predictably

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gradually, slowly, predictably

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gradually, slowly

suddenly appear, suddenly stop, suddenly realize, suddenly change

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suddenly appear, suddenly stop, suddenly realize

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suddenly stop, suddenly appear, suddenly change

at any time; always; continuously

completely or in an absolute way

without doubt; surely; used to emphasize certainty

in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill

in a way that shows ability and training; expertly

continuously over a period of time; always; without stopping