violent jerk
Frequency: 6.88.1 per million words
Describes a very strong and forceful movement.
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Examples (10)
- The car came to a violent jerk when the driver slammed on the brakes.
- She woke up with a violent jerk as the train suddenly stopped.
- He felt a violent jerk on his fishing line, indicating a large catch.
- The rope gave a violent jerk, nearly pulling him overboard.
- A violent jerk from the turbulence made the passengers gasp.
- The machine emitted a violent jerk before breaking down completely.
- With a violent jerk, he pulled the stubborn door open.
- The sudden, violent jerk of the earthquake threw objects off shelves.
- Despite the violent jerk of the rollercoaster, she kept her eyes open.
- The dog gave a violent jerk on its leash, eager to chase the squirrel.