jiggled; jiggling
ˈji-g(ə-)liŋ 
: to cause to move with quick little jerks or oscillating motions
: to move from or as if from being jiggled
jiggle
noun
Synonyms
Examples of jiggle in a Sentence
Try to avoid jiggling the camera.
His belly jiggled like a bowlful of jelly.
Recent Examples on the Web
When all the broth has been added, jiggle the pan so the rice is in an even layer.
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Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
The fat on the pork belly jiggles perfectly, nestled up against a mound of pickled mustard greens in a sweet and salty red sauce.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2024
Cottage cheese is jiggling back into the mainstream — bringing with it a host of health benefits.
—Sofia Quaglia, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2024
Bake, on middle rack, until edges are set (center might jiggle slightly), 30 to 35 minutes.
—Torie Cox, Country Living, 8 Sep. 2023
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Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 11 Apr. 2024
The fat on the pork belly jiggles perfectly, nestled up against a mound of pickled mustard greens in a sweet and salty red sauce.
—Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2024
Cottage cheese is jiggling back into the mainstream — bringing with it a host of health benefits.
—Sofia Quaglia, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2024
Bake, on middle rack, until edges are set (center might jiggle slightly), 30 to 35 minutes.
—Torie Cox, Country Living, 8 Sep. 2023
See all Example Sentences for jiggle
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“Jiggle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jiggle. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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