jarring

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Sasaki, in a recent conversation with The Times through interpreter Kensuke Okubo, highlighted two differences that have felt especially jarring.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

But jarring tensions are emerging in the run-up to UFC Freedom 250, the event being held in a specially built arena erected over the White House's elegant South Lawn.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

This was jarring and may have consequences beyond the Great Hall of the People.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The report was particularly jarring coming just ahead of key earnings from major AI players due this week.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

A dissonance may sound surprising, jarring, even unpleasant.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones