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Jerk
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jerk (carne)
meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
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jerk (danza), danza jerk
a dance style characterized by sharp, exaggerated movements of the arms, shoulders, and legs, often performed to hip hop or electronic music
What is the "Jerk"?
The Jerk is a dance style that originated in the 1960s and became popular in the early 2000s. It is characterized by quick, sharp movements, especially in the legs and arms, with a focus on rhythm and coordination. The dance includes a distinctive hopping motion and often involves exaggerated, playful steps. The Jerk is performed to upbeat music and is known for its energetic and fun style.
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stupido, babbeo
a dull stupid fatuous person
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scossa, sussulto
an abrupt spasmodic movement
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strappo, improvviso colpo
a sudden abrupt pull
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strappo, jerk
raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
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scossa, strattone
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
to jerk
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strappare, scuotere
to move abruptly in a short, sudden manner
Intransitive
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strattare, scuotere
to cause to move abruptly and with a sudden, sharp motion
Transitive: to jerk sth
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strappare, scuotere
to throw or toss something abruptly and with a sudden, sharp motion
Transitive: to jerk sth
jerk
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jerky
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jerky
adj
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The mechanic deftly hitched the engine component back into place with a quick jerk.
The sudden jerk of the train startled the passengers.
A sudden jerk of the fishing rod can pull up the hook from the water.
The car gave a sudden jerk when it hit a pothole.
He felt a jerk on the fishing line, signaling a catch.
