jerk
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Synonyms for jerk
to move or cause to move with a sudden abrupt motion
to proceed with sudden, abrupt movements
a sudden motion, such as a pull
one deficient in judgment and good sense
an unpleasant, tiresome person
Synonyms for jerk
a dull stupid fatuous person
an abrupt spasmodic movement
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
pull, or move with a sudden movement
move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions
make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion
jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
throw or toss with a quick motion