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as in collision
a forceful coming together of two things
this padded case should protect your laptop from the jars normally experienced while traveling
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as in surprise
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected
the flow of her day was interrupted with the jar of an unexpected crisis
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as in to bicker
to express different opinions about something often angrily
those two coworkers have such incompatible personalities that it's no wonder they constantly jar
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as in to conflict
to be out of harmony or agreement usually noticeably
the bright orange of the walls jars with the light pastels of the furnishings
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Recent Examples of jar
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
The Homes for Heroes crew even left a jar of dog biscuits for them in their new home.
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Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Zach Dean Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
All of these actors are Black; the sight of Ward and Rose vamping in blonde wigs is intended both to jar and illuminate.
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Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
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Noun
Think finishing salt, olive oil, a box of candies, or a small jar of local honey.
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Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
28 June 2026
The Homes for Heroes crew even left a jar of dog biscuits for them in their new home.
—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Verb
The in-car rant that followed was jarring to hear.
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Zach Dean Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
12 June 2026
All of these actors are Black; the sight of Ward and Rose vamping in blonde wigs is intended both to jar and illuminate.
—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
9 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for jar
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jar
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Leaving the scene of a property-damage collision can result in misdemeanor charges, fines and other penalties.
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Under California’s vehicle code, hit-and-run collisions that lead to property damage but no injuries are classified as misdemeanors.
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Williams’ decision to leave the position was a big surprise to the mayor, commissioners and residents, though her departure followed months of controversy and scrutiny.
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High temperatures inside a car, even when no one is in it, can lead to some dangerous or messy surprises.
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Made-from-scratch cheesecake doesn’t seem so hard when made as cupcakes where there’s no water bath, springform pan, and long chilling time required.
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The report's authors said the case highlights the importance of seeking immediate medical evaluation after any direct contact with a bat, even if there is no visible bite or scratch.
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Several weeks back, Clark and White were caught bickering during a timeout huddle against the expansion Portland Fire.
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The plot centers on bickering couple Joe and Angela, who invite their noisy upstairs neighbors, Hawk and Piña, for dinner.
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Under new head coach Herbert, Canada Basketball has insisted that players be available to the team, if not necessarily to play, during windows that do not conflict with the NBA season.
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Taking so many positions means the president can’t be fully wrong while letting the public fix on different, albeit often conflicting, statements that can reinforce their own beliefs.
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That next phase will focus on measuring the shockwaves generated by the X-59 in flight, along with evaluating the sonic thump impact on the ground.
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Not long after, Jamison’s parents reported hearing a loud thump, as though someone had fallen, according to prosecutors.
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Season 3 of the series returned with a bloody episode and a skyrocketing death toll, which continues to rise, as the rival Targaryen factions clashed in the shock-and-awe-inspiring Battle of the Gullet.
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Rosenqvist’s departure was a bit of a shock, but Scott Dixon decision to leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years with the team was of seismic proportions.
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Three people were in the silver Chevrolet truck, and all managed to escape with minor cuts and scrapes, the sheriff’s office said.
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Open wounds include recent cuts and scrapes, surgery sites, and recent tattoos and piercings.
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“Jar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jar. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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