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Sudden

/sˈʌdən/
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(adj) Occurring quickly with little or no warning or expectation; instantly.

The sudden increase of cars is causing a large number of traffic accidents every day.
A sudden illness prevented him from going there.
CEFR Practice Quiz
A ____ change in the weather forced us to cancel our outdoor plans and stay inside for the afternoon.

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