as in sudden
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Adjective
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Keep a safe distance: Leave a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you to account for sudden stops or changes in the traffic pattern.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025 -
Written in Latin, the coroners' rolls are records of sudden or suspicious deaths as investigated by a jury of local men, called together by the coroner to establish facts and reach a verdict.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Spread in thin, discontinuous bands across a few miles of terrain, the ancient material is a challenge to identify and even harder to access.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
16 May 2025
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The city of almost 52,000, carved into discontinuous clumps by unincorporated land, straddles the Denton-Collin county line. ▪ Anna, also in Collin, is a 30 minute drive east of Celina.—
Jaime Moore-Carrillo,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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But an abrupt denial of funding now could carry devastating consequences — not just for states on the front lines, but on the nation.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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Gradually ease off the accelerator and avoid abrupt braking to prevent skidding.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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Exposure is linked to worsening symptoms in those with asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but acute cardiovascular risks, including heart attacks and strokes, may be even more pronounced.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Timeline Expectations: The Long Road of Grief Normal grief timeline: Most young adults begin to experience some relief from acute grief symptoms within 6-12 months, though grief waves can continue for years.—
Charell G. Coleman,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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“Saltatory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saltatory. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.
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