jolt -
To cause (something or someone) to move in a quick and sudden way
Emma jolted awake when she heard footsteps downstairs.
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Dangerous
verb
jeopardize -
To subject somebody or something to the risk of loss, harm, danger or failure.
Wally hated gambling because his father's reckless example had shown him what happens if you foolishly jeopardize everything you have.
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Shape
adjective
jagged -
Having rough, sharp points protruding
The broken drinking glasses were no longer usable because the jagged edges could injure someone.
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Disorganized
noun
jumble -
An untidy collection or group of things.
When Dorothy visited her son's apartment to surprise him, she was shocked by the mess! Everything was scattered about in such a jumble, that it looked as if a tornado had swept through.
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Strange
noun
jargon -
Special words or expressions that are used by a particular profession or group and are difficult for others to understand
At his first day on the job, Louie kept getting confused by all of the technical jargon that his boss insisted on using.
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Move
verb
jiggle -
Move about lightly and quickly from side to side or up and down
When he realized his key didn't work, Otto jiggled the doorknob and hoped that would open the door.
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Aggressive
nounverb verb
jab -
Poke (someone or something) roughly or quickly, especially with something sharp or pointed
The thought of getting jabbed by a needle is a common fear for many people.
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Happy
adjective
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jaunty -
Having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner
As his arms swung back and forth, Leo's jaunty walk down the street projected an air of self-confidence.
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Move
verb
jostle -
Push, elbow, or bump against (someone) roughly, typically in a crowd
Running towards the end zone, the wide receiver jostled the attacking lineman out of the way, enabling him to make the touchdown.
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Aggressive
nounverb noun
jab -
A quick, sharp blow, especially with the fist
In boxing, the jab is one of the most common moves, along with a hook and an uppercut.
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Happy
adjective
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Joyous -
Full of happiness and delight; very joyful; bringing or causing great happiness.
Their wedding was a joyous occasion filled with love and laughter.
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Successful
adjective
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Justified -
Having a valid reason or explanation for an action, belief, or decision.
The police officer’s actions were justified because he was protecting innocent people.
