lurch
noun C2
Plain meaning
to move suddenly and unsteadily
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe to move suddenly and unsteadily, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned lurch as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines lurch in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear lurchevidence of lurchwidespread lurch
Watch out
Do not use “lurch” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.