jerk

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to move or cause to move with a sudden abrupt motion

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to proceed with sudden, abrupt movements

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a sudden motion, such as a pull

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an unpleasant, tiresome person

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a dull stupid fatuous person

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an abrupt spasmodic movement

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(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration

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meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun

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raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms

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a sudden abrupt pull

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pull, or move with a sudden movement

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move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions

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make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion

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jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched

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throw or toss with a quick motion

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