Analysts were surprised by the sharp drop in quarterly profits reported on Monday.

分析師對週一公布的季度利潤急遽下滑感到意外。

Shipping costs saw a sharp rise after fuel prices jumped last month.

上個月燃料價格飆漲後，運費出現急遽上升。

The hotel brochure warned guests about a sharp decline in the hiking trail near the lobby.

飯店手冊提醒房客，大廳附近的登山步道有一段陡峭的下坡。