to jerk around
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/dʒˈɜːk ɐɹˈaʊnd/
British pronunciation
/dʒˈɜːk ɐɹˈaʊnd/

Definition & Meaning of "jerk around"

to jerk around
[phrase form: jerk]
01

to treat someone in a cruel or unfair way, often by deceiving them or manipulating them

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He felt like his boss was just jerking him around with empty promises of a promotion.
He did n't appreciate being jerked around by his employer.
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