jarring

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But jarring tensions are emerging in the run-up to UFC Freedom 250, the event being held in a specially built arena erected over the White House's elegant South Lawn.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

After the jarring encounter, Carpenter’s security team combed through security tapes and discovered Applegate had been coming around for more than a month, according to the court request.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

For Banerjee personally, the adjustment may be jarring after decades at the centre of power.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

One year after striking a hard-fought deal to extend Hamilton’s contract, Wolff was presented with the jarring news that his superstar wanted out.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Annabeth tried to speed up, but she couldn’t go much faster without losing her balance or jarring her broken ankle.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan