Jerk and Prise

Jerk

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

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

Prise

Prise verb - To move or force, especially in an effort to get something open.
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Synonyms for Prise

Jerk and prise are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Jerk" instead a verb "Prise".

Nearby Words: prising, prised
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