verb as in strong fondness

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flinch, jolt

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Example Sentences

Example:He flinched as the ball narrowly missed his head.

Definition:To move quickly to try to avoid an unpleasant sensation, such as an injury or an expected blow.

From flinch

Example:The car jolted violently as it hit a bump in the road.

Definition:To make a sudden, violent movement or start, especially in a mechanical or artificial way.

From jolt