Unexpected, without any warning (6)

I believe the answer is:

sudden

(Other definitions for sudden that I've seen before include "Occurring quickly without warning" , "Quickly, without notice or warning" , "Unexpected, without warning" , "Happening abruptly" , "Swift" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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