单词 | jolt |
释义 | jolt (dʒoʊlt ) Word forms: jolts , jolting , jolted 1. verb If something jolts or if something jolts it, it moves suddenly and quite violently. The wagon jolted again. [VERB] The train jolted into motion. [VERB preposition] They were working frantically in the fear that an aftershock would jolt the house again. [VERB noun] Synonyms: jerk, push, shake, knock Jolt is also a noun. We were worried that one tiny jolt could worsen her injuries. 2. verb If something jolts someone, it gives them an unpleasant surprise or shock. A stinging slap across the face jolted her. [VERB noun] Henderson was momentarily jolted by the news. [VERB noun] Synonyms: surprise, upset, stun, disturb Jolt is also a noun. The campaign came at a time when America needed such a jolt. Collocations: sudden jolt Then something happens - a sudden jolt, an unexpected bump - and out they pop, wheezing and cackling, to give us away. Times, Sunday Times Conventional wisdom has it that a prolonged and gentle slide in prices would be preferable to a more sudden jolt. Times, Sunday Times Her sleuthing allows for much eeriness and sudden jolts in the night, enhanced by a disquieting soundtrack. Times, Sunday Times In certain materials, for example, the conductance increases in sudden jolts as temperature changes, rather than continuously. Times, Sunday Times All mountain bicycles feature sturdy, highly durable frames and wheels, wide-gauge treaded tires, and cross-wise handlebars to help the rider resist sudden jolts. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 颠簸 Japanese: ガタガタと揺らす/ガタガタと揺れる |
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