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Jerky

usgb/ˈdʒɜːrki/Volume
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Body Language

Jerky as an adjective often describes body movements that reveal emotions like nervousness or excitement.

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He gave a jerky nod, seemingly eager to leave.
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Technical Trouble

Use jerky when talking about technological issues that cause interruptions, like in videos or animations.

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The live stream was jerky and hard to watch.
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Unexpected Interruption

Jerky movements can suddenly interrupt what was previously stable or calm, often unexpectedly.

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The calm dance was made jerky by sudden loud music.
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