sorpresivo

sorpresivo(
sohr
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preh
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see
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boh
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An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. unexpected
La renuncia de Hilda fue sorpresiva.Hilda's resignation was unexpected.
b. sudden
El sorpresivo cambio de opinión de dos senadores permitió que se aprobara la ley.The sudden change of mind of two senators enabled the law to be passed.
c. surprise
Hay un paro sorpresivo de conductores de autobuses así que no sé cómo vamos a volver a casa.The bus drivers are staging a surprise strike so I don't know how we're going to get back home.
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