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a dance called the jerk

 

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The Jerk

Definition:

The jerk is a popular dance style that originated in the 1960s. It is characterized by quick, jerky movements, often involving twisting or shaking various body parts.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A dance style characterized by quick, jerky movements.

Example:

He performed the jerk with impressive precision at the dance competition.

Sense 2:

Verb - To perform the jerk dance style.

Example:

They jerked their bodies rhythmically to the beat of the music.

Usages:

Usage 1:

Popular - The jerk dance style gained widespread popularity among the youth during the 1960s.

Example:

Many teenagers in the 60s would gather at local clubs to show off their jerk dance moves.

Usage 2:

Local - The jerk dance style became a signature move of a particular community.

Example:

In that town, the jerk was not just a dance, but a cultural expression.

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