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ruckeln — meaning in English

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English meaning

jolt verb To shake or push something abruptly and roughly.
lurch noun A sudden, unsteady movement, especially forward or to one side.

Senses

ruckeln is used for these senses in English:

jolt (intransitive) To shake; to move with a series of jerks.
lurch To make such a sudden, unsteady movement.

jolt — full definition

verb To shake or push something abruptly and roughly.
noun A sudden shock or shake, whether physical or emotional.

lurch — full definition

noun A sudden, unsteady movement, especially forward or to one side.
verb To move suddenly and unsteadily.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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