suddenly

happening or coming unexpectedly

The first known use: in the 14th century

Word Structure

8 Letters, 3 Syllable

suddenly

7 Phonemes

s uh d ə n l E

onset, rime

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Morpheme

suddenly

Sentence Examples

She had a sudden urge to be outside.

His death was very sudden.

I was surprised by her sudden decision to quit.

The director's sudden departure leaves the organization's future uncertain.

Common Phrases

the fat hit the fire

Said when a situation has abruptly, and perhaps drastically, worsened.

Related Words

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Neighborhood

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