jarring

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The juxtaposition is jarring -- and entirely normal here.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

For global companies that once relied on China as a bottomless demand engine, the shift has been jarring.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

When she eventually breaks the fourth wall to momentarily make contact with the audience, the timing is unexpected but not at all jarring.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

The soothing hum of the venue’s air conditioning helped mute the jarring sound of missile interceptions, keeping the naturally reactive animals calm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

“Come on,” Elliot said a few minutes later, jarring me from my own thoughts as he stood up.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin