- present participle of jar.
jarring
Example Sentences
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While gold’s decline has been jarring, some additional perspective is still in order.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
The roughly 7 million student-loan borrowers who were enrolled in SAVE, a Biden-era repayment program, will likely experience some of the most jarring changes over the next few months.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026
Heil said he had just visited an exhibit featuring art made by artificial intelligence - an experience which he described as jarring.
From BBC ● Jun. 23, 2026
Whether in use as memorable transitions, to deliver a sonic hit of nostalgia or to underscore a jarring cliffhanger, songs pack emotional punch — and leave us wanting more.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 10, 2026
The jarring landing sends me sprawling on the rooftop, gravel under my cheek.
From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth
