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JK

American  
Or jk

abbreviation

  1. just kidding.


Etymology

Origin of JK

From its use in digital communications

Example Sentences

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The JK Misery Index stood at 30.37 as of Wednesday, as shown in the chart below, below the 35 level that Kaeppel considers the dividing line between a favorable and unfavorable backdrop for stocks.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Since 1962, the S&P 500 has tended to produce stronger returns after months when the JK Misery Index finished below 35 than after months when it finished above that threshold, according to Kaeppel.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

Author JK Rowling is an executive producer on the series, which HBO says will be a "faithful adaptation" of her books.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Kicker Cameron Dicker, punter JK Scott and long snapper Josh Harris understand the importance of supporting one another on and off the field.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 17, 2025

After he got dressed, he checked his phone, worried Alma might cancel or text JK.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty

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