jump-start
verb
jump-started; jump-starting; jump-starts
1
: to start (an engine or vehicle) by temporary connection to an external power source (such as another vehicle's battery)
2
a
: to start or restart (something) rapidly or forcefully
advertising can jump-start a political campaign
b
: to impart fresh or renewed energy to (something) : energize
a plan to jump-start the stagnant economy
jump start
noun
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Examples of jump-start in a Sentence
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Breakers invited fellow dancers out of early retirement to jump-start the scene once again, according to USA Dance.
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Rebecca Cohen, NBC News, 17 Apr. 2024
The two countries will also highlight economic investments, notably in electric-vehicle battery manufacturing, where Washington needs Tokyo’s assistance to jump-start production and fend off Beijing’s dominance.
—Jeanne Whalen, Washington Post, 9 Apr. 2024
On Tuesday, contractors for the state are expected to begin drilling vertical anchors in the damaged southbound lane, jump-starting the stabilization work, according to an update Sunday.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
The half-mile track shaped like a paper clip is home to the triumphant victory that jump-started the success of the team 14-time Cup Series champions.
—Jim Dedmon, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2024
This product is formulated using only natural ingredients and is a great option for jump-starting your weight-loss journey.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
His invention paved the way for the creation of one of Europe’s first successful commercial e-bikes, the Flyer Series C, which helped jump-start today’s worldwide craze.
—Tim Neville, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2024
Stuber joined in 2017 with the mandate to build up the streamer’s originals library and jump-start its tentpole ambitions.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Apr. 2024
The items on this list sound nice to liberal ears: Defeat Hamas, free the hostages, capsize Netanyahu’s coalition, end the war, and jump-start the peace process.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 30 Mar. 2024
Rebecca Cohen, NBC News, 17 Apr. 2024
The two countries will also highlight economic investments, notably in electric-vehicle battery manufacturing, where Washington needs Tokyo’s assistance to jump-start production and fend off Beijing’s dominance.
—Jeanne Whalen, Washington Post, 9 Apr. 2024
On Tuesday, contractors for the state are expected to begin drilling vertical anchors in the damaged southbound lane, jump-starting the stabilization work, according to an update Sunday.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 8 Apr. 2024
The half-mile track shaped like a paper clip is home to the triumphant victory that jump-started the success of the team 14-time Cup Series champions.
—Jim Dedmon, Charlotte Observer, 7 Apr. 2024
This product is formulated using only natural ingredients and is a great option for jump-starting your weight-loss journey.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
His invention paved the way for the creation of one of Europe’s first successful commercial e-bikes, the Flyer Series C, which helped jump-start today’s worldwide craze.
—Tim Neville, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2024
Stuber joined in 2017 with the mandate to build up the streamer’s originals library and jump-start its tentpole ambitions.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Apr. 2024
The items on this list sound nice to liberal ears: Defeat Hamas, free the hostages, capsize Netanyahu’s coalition, end the war, and jump-start the peace process.
—Matthew Continetti, National Review, 30 Mar. 2024
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“Jump-start.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jump-start. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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