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1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 38% | 8 | Term used in weightlifting for tightening a weightlifting belt | |
3 | 28% | 6 | To yank out | |
Yank Involved In Weightlifting Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "JERK" which means:
- noun
- • A dull stupid fatuous person
- • An abrupt spasmodic movement
- • (mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
- • Meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
- • Raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms
- • A sudden abrupt pull verb
- • Pull, or move with a sudden movement
- • Move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions
- • Make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion
- • Jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched
- • Throw or toss with a quick motion
An example sentence would be:
- • "He is such a jerk; he never helps anyone."
- • "She gave me a jerk and pushed me out of the way."
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