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Vocabulary Entry
jerking
|noun • verb
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N
noun
An act of jerking; a sudden, quick movement.
Example Sentences
"The sudden jerking of the car surprised the passengers."
"He gave a jerking motion with his arm to signal."
"A quick jerking of the head can indicate disagreement."
V
verb
To make a sudden, sharp movement.
Example Sentences
"She jerked her arm away when he tried to grab it."
"The dog jerked the leash, pulling its owner forward."
"He jerked the door open and stepped inside."