All of a sudden

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Suddenly, without warning.

She was walking her dog and all of a sudden, it started to rain.
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Often appears as...

  • came all of a sudden
  • happened all of a sudden
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Unexpected Events

Used when something happens without prediction or signs, often surprising.

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All of a sudden, a deer jumped onto the road.
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Narrative Twist

Frequently used in stories to describe a quick change in action or plot.

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All of a sudden, the quiet village was invaded by bandits.
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Dramatic Impact

Enhances the drama of a situation when retelling events.

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He was fine and then all of a sudden, he fainted.
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