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Stuck, blocked, or unable to move or operate properly.

“I was late for work because the copy machine was jammed again.”

A park or institution where live animals are kept in enclosures for public exhibition; a zoo.

“As crianças adoram visitar o jardim zoológico aos domingos.”

Causing a physical or mental shock; disturbing, discordant, or harshly out of place.

“The sudden transition from the peaceful countryside to the chaotic city traffic was jarring.”

Each of the two bones holding the teeth in vertebrates, forming the framework of the mouth.

“The lion clamped its powerful jaws around its prey.”

Plural form of 'jawbone', referring to the bones of the jaw, particularly the mandible (lower jaw) or maxilla (upper jaw).

“The paleontologist carefully extracted the fossilized jawbones from the rock.”

The upper and lower bony structures in vertebrates that form the framework of the mouth and contain the teeth.

“The lion opened its massive jaws to let out a deafening roar.”

To make rude and mocking remarks, typically in a loud voice.

“The crowd began to jeer at the referee after the controversial penalty call.”

A sweet, clear spread made from fruit juice and sugar boiled to a thick consistency.

“She spread thick strawberry jelly on her morning toast.”

To put someone or something into a situation where there is a risk of loss, harm, or failure.

“Skipping your final exams will seriously jeopardize your chances of graduating.”

The 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963.

“Historians often debate the long-term impact of JFK's policies on the Cold War.”

Under the influence of a jinx; suffering from or bringing persistent bad luck.

“The team felt completely jinxed after losing three consecutive games in the final minutes.”

An available or newly created position of employment that offers someone the chance to apply for and secure work.

“She moved to the city in search of a better job opportunity.”

A formal document or presentation submitted by a candidate or contractor detailing the scope of work, terms, pricing, and qualifications for a specific position or project.

“She submitted a comprehensive job proposal outlining her strategy for increasing digital sales.”

An athletic supporter consisting of a waistband and a pouch for the genitals with elastic straps attached to the sides, designed to support the male genitalia during sports.

“He forgot to pack his jockstrap in his gym bag before heading to football practice.”

The state or quality of being facetious, playful, or given to joking.

“The atmosphere at the dinner party was filled with lighthearted jocularity.”