লক্ষ্য করুন: এই এন্ট্রির অনুবাদ বর্তমানে মান পর্যালোচনার অধীনে রয়েছে, তাই কিছু বিষয়বস্তু সাময়িকভাবে শুধুমাত্র ইংরেজিতে প্রদর্শিত হচ্ছে।
এই এন্ট্রিটি এখনও আপনার ভাষায় অনুবাদ করা হয়নি, তাই নিচে মূল লেখাটি দেখানো হচ্ছে।
lurch
This term captures a sense of instability and suddenness, evoking the image of a body or vehicle losing its equilibrium. It differs from a simple jerk or shake by implying a directional shift, often accompanied by a momentary loss of control or a staggering motion. It is frequently used to describe the erratic movement of ships in rough seas or vehicles with faulty transmissions.
In a figurative sense, the word describes a sudden, jarring transition in a situation or a state of emotional instability. The phrase "leave in the lurch" specifically denotes abandoning someone in a difficult position, mirroring the physical sensation of being left unbalanced and unsupported.
Meanings
To make an abrupt, unsteady, or uncontrolled movement in a particular direction.
Examples
The bus lurched forward as the driver hit the gas.
I felt a sudden lurch in my stomach when the elevator dropped.
The drunk man lurched sideways and nearly fell into the gutter.
Why did you leave me in the lurch right before the presentation?
He lurched toward the door but collapsed before reaching it.
I cannot believe she left him in the lurch after all he did for her.
The car gave a sudden lurch and then stopped dead.