1. in a manner characterized by sudden, abrupt movements or stops; with jerks

Examples

• The old car moved jerkingly down the street, lurching forward and stopping repeatedly.
• She spoke jerkingly, pausing awkwardly between words.
• The puppet danced jerkingly across the stage, its movements stiff and unnatural.
• He pulled the rope jerkingly, causing the bucket to swing erratically.
• The train started jerkingly, throwing passengers slightly off balance.