jerk
Example Sentences
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When asked about how tough sentencing in Northern Ireland is Dame Siobhan said there can be a "knee jerk reaction".
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
This John Stewart is purposefully calm and assured, even when Kyle Chandler’s Hal Jordan, an entitled jerk clinging to crusted-over glory, provokes him.
From Salon ● Aug. 31, 2026
How can I push back on this without looking like a jerk?
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 19, 2026
His problem is that he’s a liar and a jerk.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
Finally Father joins us, and with his giant paw pushing down on the trap, Fern is able to jerk back and slips free.
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
