Example Sentences

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Hundreds of aftershocks have jolted southern Philippines after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake left dozens of people dead and hundreds more injured.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

From a reality TV antagonist to a contender in the L.A. mayoral race, Spencer Pratt has jolted local politics, turning personal tragedy in the Palisades fire into a 2026 election campaign.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

The decision jolted Chinese and foreign investors because it came months after Manus—which was originally established in China—moved its operations to Singapore and closed the deal with Meta.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

He launched his campaign in the summer of 2025 with a viral ad that jolted life into a beleaguered coalition of exasperated liberals and lapsed progressives.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

“We have only this to say,” David Ballantine yelled from the deck of the Ocarrion as Magdalys leaned in and jolted the reins, spurring Missy into motion.

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older