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Wordabulary

suddenly

Pronunciation
Adverb A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Happening quickly and without warning.

"The lights suddenly went out in the middle of the movie."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

abruptly unexpectedly

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The lights _____ went out in the middle of the movie."

Answer: suddenly

In your own words, what does "suddenly" mean?

Happening quickly and without warning.

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