1 C1 idiomatic slang
To mistreat or cheat someone; a rare nonstandard use.
"If the dealer jerks you over on the price, walk away."
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jerk over
C1 slang inseparable transitive
A very rare or nonstandard expression, sometimes used to mean mistreat or cheat someone.
In plain English
not a normal common phrasal verb; maybe treat someone badly
What does "jerk over" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Usage tip
Not an established mainstream phrasal verb; learners should usually prefer 'screw over' or 'jerk around.'
Words that pair with "jerk over"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
someone customers workers
How to conjugate "jerk over"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
jerk over
I/you/we/they
3rd person
jerks over
he/she/it
Past simple
jerked over
yesterday
Past participle
jerked over
have + pp
-ing form
jerking over
continuous
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