jolted

Example Sentences

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Buffalo-based Benz was jolted from her couch by a call from an unknown number.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Cruise lines, however, panicked over the prospect of losing their fuel supply, which jolted Miami-Dade County into action.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

From a reality TV antagonist to a contender in the L.A. mayoral race, Spencer Pratt has jolted local politics, turning personal tragedy in the Palisades fire into a 2026 election campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

But just as you settle in, you're jolted back to reality.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

Nathan stared at the stars above as Uncle Jet drove, and he was rocked and jolted around in the back of the truck.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young