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lurch

Pronunciation: [lɜrtʃ]

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Learn how to use lurch in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(verb) to move suddenly and awkwardly, like when a car goes over a bump or when someone loses their balance. It’s a bit like when you see someone stumbling because they're not walking straight.

Example

The puppy lurched forward excitedly when it saw its owner.

Example

The ride was smooth; it didn't lurch at all during the journey.

Example

Why did the boat lurch to one side like that?

Context: “movement”

(noun) a sudden, abrupt movement or shift, like when someone loses their balance or when something moves unexpectedly. Think of it as a quick jerk that catches you off guard.

Example

She felt a lurch in her stomach as the roller coaster dropped suddenly.

Example

The car went smoothly without any lurches on the road.

Example

Did you feel the lurch when the train started moving?

Context: “unexpected change”

(verb) to suddenly change direction or to become unstable unexpectedly, like when plans change without warning. It’s like when you thought you were going left, but suddenly you have to go right instead.

Example

The team lurched into action when they heard the emergency alarm.

Example

Things didn’t lurch in the meeting; everything went according to plan.

Example

Why did the project lurch forward all of a sudden?

Context: “unexpected change”

(noun) an abrupt or unexpected change, often catching someone by surprise, like when a decision changes suddenly. Imagine planning a picnic, and then it rains out of nowhere!

Example

The sudden lurch in the schedule left everyone confused but excited.

Example

There was no lurch in their plans; everything went smoothly.

Example

What caused the lurch in their project's timeline?

How to pronounce lurch

Pronunciation: [lɜrtʃ]

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