jolt
Example Sentences
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Greg Jackson, head of Octopus Energy, described a "huge jolt" in sales of solar panels and heat pumps, as well as enquiries about electric vehicles and chargers, so far this month compared to February.
From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026
Penning didn’t add much of a jolt to the Chargers’ attempts to secure more protection for Herbert in the second half of the season, often struggling to keep opposing pass rushers in front of him.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026
Judging from airline, hotel chain and car rental company share prices—prior to the latest jolt from the Middle East—America’s hospitality industry is doing fine.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
But the report and associated commentary weren’t enough to jolt the stock, which slipped 0.2% in Tuesday’s extended session.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 3, 2026
When our hands connected, I swear to Christmas I felt a current of electricity jolt through me.
From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.