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Lurching

Pronunciation varies by accent · verb

Meaning

present participle and gerund of lurch.

Definitions by Sense

  1. present participle and gerund of lurch
  2. the action of the verb to lurch

Example Sentences

The occasional plungings and lurchings of this traveling van, over the ruts and small boulders of the Steenweg, are apt to remind one of a roughish journey by sea […]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does lurching mean?

Lurching means present participle and gerund of lurch.

What is a synonym for lurching?

Common synonyms include staggering, unsteady, weaving, stumbling.

What is the opposite of lurching?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use lurching in a sentence?

The occasional plungings and lurchings of this traveling van, over the ruts and small boulders of the Steenweg, are apt to remind one of a roughish journey by sea […]

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