jarring

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Political experts argue that messages that seem contradictory to a candidate’s background, as well as drowning voters with incessant ads, can be jarring and off-putting to the electorate.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 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

For many Chavistas, the symbolism has been just as jarring as the policy changes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

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

From BBC • May 20, 2026

It occurred to me that it was a jarring sound for them, given that we didn’t have neighbors, let alone neighbor dogs, at the White House.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama