jump at
verb
jumped at; jumping at; jumps at
: to eagerly take (a chance, offer, etc.)
She jumped at the chance/opportunity to show her boss what she could do.
He jumped at the offer of a better job.
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Teddy Cahill, New York Times, 29 May 2026
When Israeli defense officials approached Massivit last year about using its unique 3D printers to make military drone parts, CEO Yossi Azarzar jumped at the chance.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
With lots of free time, a longing for connection and no new Survivor seasons in sight, fans jumped at the chance to connect with other viewers and test their wits.
—Charlotte Walsh, PEOPLE, 20 May 2026
Texas drivers are seeing another jump at the pump, with gas prices climbing above $4 a gallon statewide for the first time in nearly four years.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
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Teddy Cahill, New York Times, 29 May 2026
When Israeli defense officials approached Massivit last year about using its unique 3D printers to make military drone parts, CEO Yossi Azarzar jumped at the chance.
—Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
With lots of free time, a longing for connection and no new Survivor seasons in sight, fans jumped at the chance to connect with other viewers and test their wits.
—Charlotte Walsh, PEOPLE, 20 May 2026
Texas drivers are seeing another jump at the pump, with gas prices climbing above $4 a gallon statewide for the first time in nearly four years.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 2026
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“Jump at.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/jump%20at. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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