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Sudden

Description:

Sudden is an adjective that describes an occurrence or event that happens quickly, unexpectedly, and without warning.

It can also be used to describe a change or transition that happens abruptly and without prior indication.

Senses:

1. Happening quickly and unexpectedly:

In this sense, sudden describes something happening abruptly and without any prior signs or indications.

Example sentence: The sudden thunderstorm caught us off guard and we got completely drenched.

2. Unexpected change or transition:

In this sense, sudden describes an abrupt and unforeseen shift or alteration in a situation or state of being.

Example sentence: Her sudden resignation left the company in a state of disarray.

Usages:

1. Popular usage:

In popular usage, sudden is commonly used to refer to unexpected events or changes that occur suddenly, without any warning.

Example sentence: The sudden loss of electricity plunged the entire neighborhood into darkness.

2. Local usage:

In the local context, sudden can be used to describe sudden and unexpected weather changes that are specific to a particular region or area.

Example sentence: The local meteorologist warned about sudden snowstorms that can occur in the mountainous region during winter.

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