sudden outbreak

Frequency: 7.716.3 per million words

An outbreak that begins unexpectedly and quickly.

outbreakADJECTIVE + outbreak

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sudden

Examples (10)

  • The region was unprepared for the sudden outbreak of civil unrest.
  • A sudden outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.
  • The authorities responded quickly to the sudden outbreak of violence in the city center.
  • Experts warned of a potential sudden outbreak of the new virus, urging caution.
  • After the heavy rains, there was a sudden outbreak of water-borne diseases.
  • The government implemented strict measures to contain the sudden outbreak of the epidemic.
  • The news reported a sudden outbreak of protests, catching officials off guard.
  • We must be vigilant against any sudden outbreak of fire in these dry forest conditions.
  • The unexpected economic downturn led to a sudden outbreak of job losses.
  • Historically, a sudden outbreak of war can change the course of nations rapidly.