Definition:
Jostle describes brief, uneven contact that disrupts balance or attention. It often happens in motion, where space tightens and bodies or objects press too close. The action feels abrupt rather than aggressive, leaving a momentary ripple behind. Jostling shifts focus, forcing awareness of proximity and movement. The word captures disturbance created by crowding or haste.
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