jerk around
The phrase "jerk around" is commonly used in informal settings to describe various forms of unfair treatment or time-wasting behavior.
Definition
B2Interpersonal Interaction
(informal)To treat someone unfairly or inconsiderately, often by misleading or deceiving them.
Example
- He felt like his boss was jerking him around with all the last-minute changes.
B2Time Management
(informal)To waste someone's time by making them do unnecessary or trivial tasks.
Example
- Stop jerking me around and tell me what you really need.
B2Behavior
(informal)To act foolishly or erratically.
Example
- He was just jerking around instead of doing his work.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "jerk around":
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