Example sentences for: abrupt

How can you use “abrupt” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

  • These abrupt and far-reaching changes on an island proud of its traditional ways brought strain and conflict.

  • Wall Street rejoiced at Brazil's perceived courage--the real decision being an abrupt about-face by Brazil's central bank--and the Dow jumped 219 points.

  • Celebrity-trial pundits reacted with dismay to the abrupt end of the trial they had regarded as their next meal ticket.

  • But he was abrupt with her--not rude, just abrupt.

  • This might be related to the abrupt changes that occur with manual turning, and pain associated with manual hand clapping on the chest wall.


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