jarring

Example Sentences

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But it’s a jarring moment to hear LNG described as low-cost.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

“It would be even more jarring for stocks and the economy if these oil price levels persisted for even a few weeks or even a few months,” said Montis Financial CIO Dennis Follmer.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 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

A string of three defeats has led to familiar questions surrounding Borthwick's suitability to lead England amid a three-year reign of jarring juxtaposition.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

She flipped completely over his head and landed on the floor on her elbows with a jarring thud.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller