100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "jerk back"

Definition

The verb jerk back means to suddenly pull away or retreat quickly, often in response to shock or surprise. It can refer to both physical movements and emotional reactions.

Synonyms

• Withdraw
• Recoil
• Flinch
• Pull back
• Start back
• Back away
• Retreat
• Shrink

Antonyms

• Advance
• Approach
• Move forward
• Engage
• Step toward

Examples

1. When the dog barked unexpectedly, she jerked back in surprise.
2. He jerked back his hand just before the hot pan touched it.
3. The sudden noise made her jerk back from the door.
4. As the car swerved, I instinctively jerked back in my seat.
5. She jerked back when the spider dropped onto her shoulder.
6. The crowd jerked back in horror as the accident unfolded.
7. He jerked back the curtain, revealing the bright sunlight.
8. The unexpected question made him jerk back in disbelief.
9. She jerked back from the edge of the cliff, realizing how close she was.
10. The loud explosion caused everyone to jerk back in alarm.
11. At the sight of the snake, she jerked back and gasped.
12. The sudden movement made him jerk back in his chair.
13. She jerked back in shock when she saw the scary movie scene.
14. He jerked back his foot to avoid stepping in the puddle.
15. The bright flash of light made her jerk back for a second.
16. He jerked back his head when the cold water splashed him.
17. The unexpected touch made her jerk back instinctively.
18. She jerked back when the roller coaster dropped suddenly.
19. The cat jerked back when the dog barked loudly.
20. He jerked back at the sudden realization of the truth.
21. The horse jerked back when it felt the sting of the whip.
22. She jerked back at the smell of something rotten.
23. The child jerked back from the scary clown at the party.
24. He jerked back as the firework exploded nearby.
25. The loud thunder made her jerk back in fear.
26. She jerked back her arm after touching the hot surface.
27. The sudden movement made the crowd jerk back collectively.
28. He jerked back in surprise when his name was called.
29. The cat jerked back upon seeing its reflection in the mirror.
30. She jerked back from the edge of the diving board before jumping.
31. He jerked back at the harsh criticism from his boss.
32. The sudden gust of wind made her hair jerk back.
33. She jerked back her head when the cold wind hit her face.
34. The shocking news made everyone in the room jerk back.
35. He jerked back from the heat of the flaming torch.
36. She jerked back her hand when the ice water splashed.
37. The loud clap of thunder caused them to jerk back in unison.
38. He jerked back in disbelief at the unexpected answer.
39. The sudden movement made her jerk back from the edge of the table.
40. She jerked back instinctively as the ball flew toward her face.
41. He jerked back when the roller coaster took off.
42. The sudden realization made him jerk back in surprise.
43. She jerked back her foot to avoid the sharp object on the ground.
44. The unexpected touch on her shoulder made her jerk back.
45. He jerked back when he realized he was about to fall.
46. The loud music made her jerk back from the speakers.
47. She jerked back at the sight of the horror movie poster.
48. He jerked back in surprise when the door swung open.
49. The sudden movement of the vehicle made her jerk back.
50. She jerked back her head when the water splashed her face.
51. The unexpected encounter made him jerk back in shock.
52. She jerked back as the fireworks exploded in the sky.
53. He jerked back from the edge of the pool when someone jumped in.
54. The sudden noise made her jerk back in her seat.
55. He jerked back as the dog lunged toward him.
56. The startling news made everyone in the audience jerk back.
57. She jerked back her hand after accidentally touching the hot stove.
58. He jerked back when he saw the snake slithering by.
59. The unexpected rain caused her to jerk back under the awning.
60. She jerked back at the realization of her mistake.
61. The sudden flash of lightning made him jerk back.
62. He jerked back as the bike skidded past him.
63. The loud clap of thunder made the children jerk back in fear.
64. She jerked back at the sight of the bloodied bandage.
65. He jerked back when the magician pulled a rabbit out of the hat.
66. The sudden change in temperature made her jerk back.
67. She jerked back at the smell of the spoiled food.
68. He jerked back in shock at the unexpected news.
69. The sudden noise made her jerk back from the computer screen.
70. She jerked back when the roller coaster went through a loop.
71. He jerked back in surprise when he heard the loud bang.
72. The unexpected movement made her jerk back from the edge of the platform.
73. She jerked back when the wind blew her hair into her face.
74. He jerked back at the sight of the ghost in the movie.
75. The sudden realization of the danger made him jerk back.
76. She jerked back her foot to avoid the puddle.
77. He jerked back when the dog jumped toward him.
78. The unexpected touch on her back made her jerk back.
79. She jerked back when the lights suddenly went out.
80. He jerked back as the ball came flying toward him.
81. The loud noise made him jerk back in his chair.
82. She jerked back when the roller coaster made a sudden turn.
83. He jerked back at the sudden appearance of the clown.
84. The unexpected sound made her jerk back in surprise.
85. She jerked back from the hot steam rising from the pot.
86. He jerked back at the sight of the spider crawling on the wall.
87. The sudden movement made everyone jerk back in unison.
88. She jerked back instinctively when the door swung open.
89. He jerked back when the cat suddenly jumped onto his lap.
90. The loud thunder made her jerk back in fright.
91. She jerked back her hand after touching the cold ice.
92. He jerked back in disbelief at the shocking news.
93. The unexpected touch made her jerk back in surprise.
94. She jerked back when the car horn blared loudly.
95. He jerked back in his seat as the roller coaster took off.
96. The sudden flash of light made her jerk back instinctively.
97. She jerked back at the sight of a rat scurrying by.
98. He jerked back when he heard the loud crash outside.
99. The sudden turn of events made her jerk back in shock.
100. She jerked back her foot when she realized the ground was hot.