1. to arrive at or get to a destination or goal suddenly and without warning
The train reached the station abruptly, causing passengers to stumble.
O trem alcançou a estação abruptamente, fazendo os passageiros tropeçarem.
2. to extend one's arm or hand to grasp something suddenly and without hesitation
She reached abruptly for the falling glass before it hit the floor.
Ela estendeu a mão abruptamente para pegar o copo que caía antes de cair no chão.
3. to achieve a result, decision, or conclusion suddenly and unexpectedly
After hours of discussion, they reached abruptly a consensus on the proposal.
Após horas de discussão, eles chegaram abruptamente a um consenso sobre a proposta.