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Vocabulary Entry
jack
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A card game with the objective to win tricks or a device used to lift or hold objects.
Example Sentences
"He has a collection of vintage playing cards, including a jack of hearts."
"The jack used to lift the car was essential for changing the tire."
"In the game of jacks, players bounce a ball and pick up jacks on the ground."
V
verb
To increase or raise something, often used in informal contexts.
Example Sentences
"She jacked up the prices for the concert tickets."
"He was determined to jack the volume up before the party started."
"The technician jacked the server's performance to improve speed."
A
adjective
Used informally to describe something as superior or impressive.
Example Sentences
"That was a jack effort in the final minutes of the game!"
"His presentation was jack, capturing everyone's attention."
"She wore a jack outfit that made her stand out at the event."