s. marked by sudden changes in subject and sharp transitions
s. exceedingly sudden and unexpected
s. extremely steep
s. surprisingly and unceremoniously brusque in manner
常见例句
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an abrupt discourteous manner n
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the occurrence of an abrupt, transient loss or impairment of consciousness (which is not subsequently remembered), sometimes with light twitching, fluttering eyelids, etc.
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abrupt deprivation of the substance produces withdrawal symptoms v
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abrupt deprivation of the substance produces withdrawal symptoms v to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)
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Passengers waiting to board a plane who stalk around near and clog up the boarding gate before a flight, regardless of where their seat is or when boarding actually is. > The flight attendant became so irritated with the airport vultures that the flight was abruptly cancelled.
