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VocabJLPT N1

suddenly

AdverbNounSuru Verb

Definitions

1. suddenly (rising to fame, etc.)
2. instantly
3. one bound

This adverb means "in one leap" or "suddenly and dramatically," describing a rapid rise or change in status or situation. It is used to express that something happened quickly and unexpectedly, such as someone becoming famous overnight.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Shooting to fame just from some random coincidence? That's a little too perfect, don't you think?

Sentence 2

All it took was one photo, and he was suddenly the man of the moment.

Sentence 3

According to breaking news, an unknown candidate has suddenly shot to the top of the polls.

Sentence 4

How did such an unremarkable song suddenly blow up like that?

Sentence 5

Doesn't it scare you a little, being called a genius just from one success?