How to Use "Sudden" with Example Sentences

sudden (adj): happening very quickly or without warning

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Used with nouns:

"He cannot control his sudden anger."
(anger, temper)

"We were not ready for the sudden change in weather."
(change)

"His sudden death shocked everyone."
(death, decision)

"Why do you have a sudden interest in golf?"
(interest)

"There was a sudden pain in my side."
(pain, ache)

"People were wondering about his sudden departure."
(departure, resignation)

"I have a sudden urge to see my ex-girlfriend."
(urge, need, wish, desire, longing, itch, yearning)

"They were not prepared for the army's sudden attack."
(attack)

Used with adverbs:

"Her decision was very sudden."
(very, too, quite, rather)