Wrenched

To twist or pull suddenly and forcibly; to move something with a violent, twisting action; to cause pain or injury by twisting. Often implies a sudden, forceful movement that can cause damage or displacement. It describes an act of exertion, often involving the application of physical force, to dislodge, detach, or alter the position of something, sometimes resulting in strain or injury to oneself or another. This action can apply to physical objects, or to people when inflicting pain or turning violently, or figuratively to things that are taken by force or with difficulty.

Wrenched meaning with examples

• He wrenched the stubborn lid off the jar with a grunt, the metal groaning under his force. The sudden movement, however, made him feel a sharp pain in his shoulder, reminding him of a previous injury. Despite the immediate pain, the prize inside of the jar was worth the discomfort, and he quickly scooped out a spoonful of pickles.
• During the earthquake, the building seemed to wrenched from its foundations, creating visible cracks in the support beams. The entire structure shuddered violently, and the inhabitants of the building ran screaming into the streets. Fortunately, it seemed the building was structurally sound enough that it would not collapse and kill those present.
• With a determined heave, the mechanic wrenched the rusty bolt free, finally able to remove the engine component. The years of exposure had made the metal seize. He then spent several more minutes cleaning and replacing the part with a brand-new component, putting a new shine onto the rusty machine.
• The sudden news wrenched at her heart, leaving her speechless and unable to comprehend what had just transpired. Her feelings were hurt. She sat down on the floor, clutching her chest as the emotional impact washed over her, leaving her breathless and in deep, emotional turmoil.