jerky motion

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describes a motion that is sudden and abrupt

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Examples (10)

  • The old bus made a jerky motion as it pulled away from the stop.
  • With a jerky motion, the robot arm picked up the delicate object.
  • He controlled the joystick, making the game character move in a jerky motion.
  • The car came to a sudden halt with a jerky motion.
  • A jerky motion indicated that the old machinery was struggling.
  • The dancer incorporated a series of jerky motions into her experimental routine.
  • Despite the pilot's efforts, the plane experienced some jerky motions during turbulence.
  • The cat's tail twitched with a quick, jerky motion as it stalked its prey.
  • She tried to smooth out the fabric, but her hands made a jerky motion from nervousness.
  • The inexperienced driver caused the car to lurch with a jerky motion.