Automotive Jargon

verb to drink (something, especially an alcoholic drink) quickly and in large quantities

• The man proceeded to guzzle down his glass of water in one swift motion.
• He loves to guzzle soda whenever he watches a movie.
• She guzzled that energy drink like there was no tomorrow.
• The company's profits continued to guzzle up as expenses soared.

noun a sudden, unsteady movement

verb to make a sudden, unsteady movement

• The ship lurched violently in the stormy seas.
• I nearly fell over when the bus lurched to a stop.
• He lurched towards me, looking like he was going to start a fight.
• His sudden resignation left the company in a lurch.

noun a continuous deep, resonant sound

verb to make a continuous deep, resonant sound

• The rumble of thunder could be heard in the distance.
• I could feel the ground rumble as the train passed by.
• The party was so loud, you could feel the floor rumble!
• The anticipation of the upcoming election caused a political rumble among the citizens.

adjective referring to a direction or position to one side

adverb in a sideways manner or direction

• The car skidded sideways on the wet road.
• I tried to park but ended up sideways in the spot.
• He always walks sideways when he's trying to avoid someone.
• Her comment hit me sideways and I didn't know how to respond.

noun a word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

• His constant interruptions during the meeting really grind my gears.
• When people chew with their mouths open, it really grinds my gears.
• The way she always cuts in line really grinds my gears.
• The lack of organization in this company really grinds my gears.