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as in to rush
to proceed or move quickly
when I tell you to do something, I expect you to jump
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as in advantage
the more favorable condition or position in a competition
get a jump on the competition by starting early
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Recent Examples of jump
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Familiar comforts with an action-heavy twist The demo provided by Nintendo jumps around to show off the different aspects of gameplay that will make up the core experience.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
The result is a debut season in the United States after making the jump from an All-Star career in South Korea that has featured more plate appearances in the minors (169) than the majors (161).
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
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Verb
After jumping between two worlds in the first half of the season, John Cena’s Chris Smith finally moves to the parallel universe to be a better man, a decision partly prompted by a heartbreaking betrayal.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 24 Sep. 2025
Familiar comforts with an action-heavy twist The demo provided by Nintendo jumps around to show off the different aspects of gameplay that will make up the core experience.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
The property is surrounded by greenery, and is just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the Hollywood sign, Echo Park, Silver Lake, and more.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 Sep. 2025
The result is a debut season in the United States after making the jump from an All-Star career in South Korea that has featured more plate appearances in the minors (169) than the majors (161).
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jump
Verb
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With the Lakeshore player on the ground, the Kalamazoo Central player then leapt on top of the opposing player, pancaking him as the play appeared to be over.—
Mike Stunson,
Kansas City Star,
22 Sep. 2025
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Before leaping, aspiring founders would do well to plan not just their business model, but their emotional resilience, financial buffers, support systems and personal boundaries.—
Anuradha Gupta,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While some may cringe at the idea of carving pumpkins and hanging twinkling lights on the same day, starting your shopping early could be the secret to enjoying the holiday season more this year.—
Sarah Scott,
Parents,
16 Sep. 2025
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It's not cringe to care about something and try!—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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Given the New York Mets' collapse, the team didn't have to worry too much about rushing him back for the final stretch of the regular season.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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But not everyone agreed that this mom would be better off picking her battles before rushing into an argument that could cost her a peaceful relationship with her in-laws.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
23 Sep. 2025
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In the years following her conviction, prison break and asylum-seeking in Cuba, Assata became somewhat of a folk hero in certain circles, particularly in the hip hop community.—
Chris Barilla,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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After a proper introduction to the area, hop on the gondola at Whiteface Mountain for a bird's-eye view of the colors, or rent a kayak and see the yellows, oranges, and reds from the water.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Keller took advantage and scored after two of the gaffes and the third killed a drive in the end zone.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Sep. 2025
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The veteran right-hander — who grew up in Anaheim — had sharp command of his pitches and used it to his advantage throughout the night.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Perhaps tearing originally grew out of a physiological reflex that restored moisture to the eyes and nasal passages after they had been dried out by the pressure of wincing or the hyperventilation of arousal.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
23 Sep. 2025
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Democrats – and some Republicans – are wincing at the idea that millions of people soon may not be able to afford health insurance.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
23 Sep. 2025
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Jarda hurried over with a large beer and a vodka and set them in front of her.—
Zuzana Říhová,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
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That's why Amazon shoppers are hurrying to grab a soft and fluffy comforter for fall.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The fear of a man with a single foot over a cliff edge.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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The Lexington community, still reeling from a 5-year-old’s death in a home explosion five months ago, is on edge after gas lines continue to get hit by companies installing fiber optic cables.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
26 Sep. 2025
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“Jump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jump. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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