jarringmove
nounUK /ˈdʒɑː.rɪŋ muːv/
US /ˈdʒɑːr.ɪŋ muːv/
A jarring move is a sudden action that surprises people and makes them feel uncomfortable.
The company's jarring move to change the logo overnight confused all its customers.
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2. A physical movement that shakes or bumps something roughly.
The bus made a jarring move around the corner, and everyone grabbed the handrails.
3. A chess or game move that clashes badly with the player's overall plan.
His jarring move with the knight ruined an otherwise solid position.
4. A dance step that is sharp and jerky rather than smooth.
The choreographer added a jarring move in the middle of the routine to wake up the audience.