jerk

Example Sentences

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A few months earlier, Gatto met Ian after attending his previous band, the Minor Threat and Circle Jerks cover band Minor Jerk Brains’ show.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Because it requires relatively little equipment, the Jerk system could become an important early warning tool, particularly for volcanoes that are not closely monitored.

From Science Daily • Mar. 15, 2026

Other roles included a security guard in Knives Out, and parts in My Best Friend's Wedding, The Jerk and Serpico.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2024

Jerk Shack in Belltown: Trey Lamont opened this vibrant Caribbean eatery in Belltown in 2018, serving jerk chicken and pork, Caribbean fish, Cuban black beans and more.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 25, 2023

I’d been annoyed for so long—and convinced I was being a World Class Horrible Jerk for feeling that way—that this felt weird.

From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell