Abrupt and Unable

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Abrupt adjective - Being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner.

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Unable and abrupt are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Unable" instead an adjective "Abrupt".

Nearby Words: abruptly, abruptness, abruption

Unable adjective - Lacking qualities (as knowledge, skill, or ability) required to do a job.

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Abrupt and unable are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Abrupt" instead an adjective "Unable".

This is when a show is literally written as it is being performed, either because the writers aren't prepared, a wrestler is suddenly unable to work a match during a live show requiring an abrupt change in his angle, or because the bookers are trying to be daring and edgy.

Source: The Chris Carter Effect

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