abruptly
/əˈbɹʌp.li/ adverb B2- In an abrupt manner; without giving notice, or without the usual forms; suddenly; precipitously. · The professor stopped her lecture abruptly when she noticed someone fall off their seat.
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“Anne,” said Marilla abruptly, “Miss Stacy was here this afternoon when you were out with Diana.”
Bingley on the subject of the ball, and abruptly reminded him of his promise; adding, that it would be the most shameful thing in the world if he did not keep it.
Darcy, that she would not trust herself with an answer; and, therefore, abruptly changing the conversation, talked on indifferent matters till they reached the Parsonage.
The Lion inquired why he went off so abruptly without a word of salutation to his host, who had not given him any cause for offense.
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