Jerk and Jig

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Jerk verb - To move or cause to move with a sharp quick motion.

Usage example: jerked the leash to get the dog's attention

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Jig and jerk are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Jig" instead a verb "Jerk".

Jig verb - To make jerky or restless movements.

Usage example: the mother could tell that her little boy had to use the bathroom because he was jigging

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Jerk and jig are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Jerk" instead a verb "Jig".

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