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in a manner that causes sudden concern or fear
- The lights flickered alarmingly before the power cut out.
- The patient began breathing alarmingly fast after the injection.
- The crowd grew alarmingly quiet as the news spread.
- The engine began to rattle alarmingly just before takeoff.
- The building shook alarmingly during the minor quake.
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