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Noun
An abrupt rough or violent movement
“I almost let go after a violent jolt sent my legs flying.”
Noun
Noun
A surprise or shock
Noun
A surprise or shock
“The campaign came at a time when America needed such a jolt.”
Verb
To make a series of small irregular or violent movements
“This latest atrocity has sent a fresh shock wave to jolt us out of our complacency.”
Verb
To push or shake abruptly and roughly
“He obviously hadn't meant to jolt me that much, because his eyes lit in surprise, too, as he made every effort to catch me in return.”
Verb
Move with sudden lurches
“Tristyn screamed and jolted upward and moved her legs in a quick manner in an attempt to escape as quickly as possible.”
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