jolting

Example Sentences

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A recent series of earthquakes in Nevada has served as a jolting reminder of the state’s seismic risk.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

His bold declarations are part of his negotiating strategy, administration officials said, aimed at jolting negotiators into action and ratcheting up pressure on Iran to agree to a final deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Women ride past on donkey carts, piled high with vegetables, jolting over potholes deep enough to trap a wheel.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

Goldberg told BBC News the company's counter-suit was "jolting".

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

“What the ...” It was the first time Mark had seen one of the enormous airships since the sun flares happened, and the sight of it was jolting.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner