1
as in leapt
to propel oneself upward or forward into the air
jumped across the ditch
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2
as in leaped
to move suddenly and sharply (as in surprise)
the sudden appearance of a mouse scurrying across the floor made me jump
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3
as in sped
to proceed or move quickly
when I tell you to do something, I expect you to jump
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Recent Examples of jumped
Those familiar with Disney’s pricing strategy said Disney World food prices have risen 18% in the last five years, even though nationwide, food costs have jumped about 30% during that time.
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Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Wilder immediately jumped into the stands and apologised, before being sent off by the referee.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Several celebrities jumped into the comments to support Jordan, namely Michael Phelps, Jaleel White, and Ransom.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 8 Oct. 2025
The aluminum maker jumped more than 4% after Wells Fargo initiated research coverage with an overweight rating and a $40 price target, according to FactSet.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Brazil’s market share in China jumped from about 45% to 70%.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
As the two boys leaned over the dock to watch, Lee threw his arm down into the water and the otter jumped up and bit his hand.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Levels like the oil rig Blackheart are just a circle, but one route around must be jumped across like a trampoline park — that’s the extent of creativity for many.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025
The five-year survival rate for a woman diagnosed with breast cancer has jumped up from around 75% in the early 1980s, to over 90% in the past few years.
—Dr. Noor Shaik, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2025
Wilder immediately jumped into the stands and apologised, before being sent off by the referee.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Several celebrities jumped into the comments to support Jordan, namely Michael Phelps, Jaleel White, and Ransom.
—Armon Sadler, VIBE.com, 8 Oct. 2025
The aluminum maker jumped more than 4% after Wells Fargo initiated research coverage with an overweight rating and a $40 price target, according to FactSet.
—Scott Schnipper, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2025
Brazil’s market share in China jumped from about 45% to 70%.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
As the two boys leaned over the dock to watch, Lee threw his arm down into the water and the otter jumped up and bit his hand.
—Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
Levels like the oil rig Blackheart are just a circle, but one route around must be jumped across like a trampoline park — that’s the extent of creativity for many.
—Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2025
The five-year survival rate for a woman diagnosed with breast cancer has jumped up from around 75% in the early 1980s, to over 90% in the past few years.
—Dr. Noor Shaik, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jumped
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The criminal complaint says Roberts initially sped away from ICE officers in his Jeep Cherokee, before abandoning the vehicle in nearby grass.—
Max Rego,
The Hill,
3 Oct. 2025
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Austin Wells followed by slicing a single to right as Chisholm sped around the bases, sliding headfirst just ahead of Nate Eaton’s throw as New York took the lead.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Indeed, even the normally mild-mannered Justice Stephen Breyer, who retired from the court in 2022, leaped to the defense of Reagan appointee William Young, the author of the decision Gorsuch criticized.—
Nina Totenberg,
NPR,
6 Oct. 2025
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Cadillac sales leaped 25% in the quarter to 46,525.—
Jackie Charniga,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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During a hospital stay, Roy’s enfeebled mother fixates on the caste and religious affiliations of the doctors treating her—the sort of thing that will be familiar to anyone who has cringed at a diminished elder’s unfiltered prejudices.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
3 Sep. 2025
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Howden, a backup pressed into action by injuries to both starting safeties, raced 86 yards for a touchdown that punctuated a 26-14 Saints win.—
Dan Duggan,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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The Tar Heels were boat raced by TCU and UCF, losing by a combined 82-23.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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After days of explosive online back-and-forth with Nicki Minaj (and a few jabs tossed toward JT), the Bronx rapper hopped on social media with her first video addressing the fiasco that was equal parts warning and reminder.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Like the Engineer, the Pecos hopped industries and was soon embraced by Texas’ oil workers, a sign of its sheer versatility.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
3 Oct. 2025
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Russell winced, remembering the backlash.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Nunoo, a Texas native, was put on a board and carted off the field before an ambulance rushed him to a hospital.—
Walter Villa,
Miami Herald,
5 Oct. 2025
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He was rushed to Vanderbilt University Medical Center.—
Keith Sharon,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
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At the time of their release, the cougars both bolted to freedom after rescuers opened the crates’ doors, photos from the nonprofit show.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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But right as the words left Trotter’s mouth, the man bolted down a dirt road.—
TJ Macias,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Jumped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jumped. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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