jerk

Example Sentences

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The motors can jerk you around, especially if you start, stop or change direction suddenly.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“Pilots don’t try to avoid turbulence and jerk around their planes,” says Dr. Becky.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Am I a jerk for backing out now?

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

An Oakland city employee in the jury pool referred to Musk as "a jerk."

From Barron's • Apr. 27, 2026

Finally Father joins us, and with his giant paw pushing down on the trap, Fern is able to jerk back and slips free.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz