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jerkily

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial jerkily has 2 senses
  1. spasmodically, jerkily - with spasms; "the mouth was slightly open, and jerked violently and spasmodically at one corner"
    Derived from adjective jerky1
  2. jerkily - with jerking motions; "She rose stiffly, jerkily from the window seat"

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jerkily

Description:

"jerkily" is an adverb derived from the noun "jerk." It refers to the manner in which an action is performed, characterized by abrupt, spasmodic movements or jerks. It describes the state of acting or moving in a jerk-like fashion.

Sample Sentences:

- The old car accelerated jerkily and then abruptly stopped at the traffic light.
- She danced jerkily, her movements lacking fluidity and grace.
- The robot moved jerkily, as if its gears were rusted and stiff.
- He played the piano jerkily, hitting the keys with forceful, sudden movements.
- The film's shaky camera made the action sequences appear jerkily on screen.

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