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jerked

The correct spelling is jerked.

How to pronounce jerked

verb

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The correct spelling is jerked. To make a sudden uncontrolled movement. For example: "to jerk a stone"

Usage Examples

to jerk a stone

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make a sudden uncontrolled movement.
  2. 2.To give a quick, often unpleasant tug or shake.
  3. 3.To masturbate.
  4. 4.To beat, to hit.
  5. 5.To throw with a quick and suddenly arrested motion of the hand.

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