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as in winces
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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as in rushes
to proceed or move quickly
when I tell you to do something, I expect you to jump
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as in advantages
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 jumps
Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
The story jumps back and forth through time and across continents, but Raja’s sensitive and ultimately optimistic point of view is a gripping anchor.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
UConn jumps 28 spots for its win against Duke.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
As Peter takes his final breaths, the limited series jumps back in time to show Marissa secretly removing the emergency kit from their car and pulling an expired EpiPen out of their home's disposal box.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
These two jumps perfectly capture the cultural time gap that once separated the two sides of the Iron Curtain.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 Nov. 2025
Borenstein’s data shows that its Net Promoter Score jumps 10 percent when a physical store is opened in a city.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Upon second offense, the fine jumps to $17,389.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Tatis also jumps to $25 million, tied with Bogaerts for the second-highest salary on the team, followed by Musgrove ($20M), Darvish ($15M) and Cronenworth ($12M).
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Carlsbad’s City Council authorized staffers Tuesday to advertise for construction bids on Veterans Memorial Park, which will be the city’s largest at 94 acres and will include its first family bike park with jumps, a pump track and a slalom course.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
That said, many plyometric exercises—like jumping lunges, pop squats, and tuck jumps—place an extra emphasis on your core and lower half.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 24 Oct. 2025
South Florida’s appearance at the top of the list comes after several years of big price jumps, especially of single family homes.
—Tom Hudson, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
And the Warzone battle royale mode will eventually see wall jumps added to the mix.
—PC Magazine, 18 Oct. 2025
Beginners must log at least 50 skydives or parachute jumps, and take a six-hour First Jump Course, while those wanting a deeper dive (pun intended) can opt for an intensive three-day course.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Then a series of jumps to touch the crossbar, followed by a wiggle to either side and a final few star jumps.
—Gregg Evans, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Gilman explained that competitors have three jumps, and the longest distance is the one that is scored.
—Barbie Porter, Twin Cities, 29 Sep. 2025
Verb
There’s a close call when Dick opens the cargo door and nearly jumps out of the plane, but Leroy stops him just in time.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2025
The story jumps back and forth through time and across continents, but Raja’s sensitive and ultimately optimistic point of view is a gripping anchor.
—The New Yorker, New Yorker, 10 Nov. 2025
UConn jumps 28 spots for its win against Duke.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 10 Nov. 2025
As Peter takes his final breaths, the limited series jumps back in time to show Marissa secretly removing the emergency kit from their car and pulling an expired EpiPen out of their home's disposal box.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
These two jumps perfectly capture the cultural time gap that once separated the two sides of the Iron Curtain.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 8 Nov. 2025
Borenstein’s data shows that its Net Promoter Score jumps 10 percent when a physical store is opened in a city.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2025
Upon second offense, the fine jumps to $17,389.
—Matt Audilet, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Tatis also jumps to $25 million, tied with Bogaerts for the second-highest salary on the team, followed by Musgrove ($20M), Darvish ($15M) and Cronenworth ($12M).
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025
Noun
Each type of enrollee is expected to see an increase in their monthly premiums, with most being significant jumps, according to the data.
—Molly Beck, jsonline.com, 27 Oct. 2025
Carlsbad’s City Council authorized staffers Tuesday to advertise for construction bids on Veterans Memorial Park, which will be the city’s largest at 94 acres and will include its first family bike park with jumps, a pump track and a slalom course.
—Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
That said, many plyometric exercises—like jumping lunges, pop squats, and tuck jumps—place an extra emphasis on your core and lower half.
—Jenny McCoy, SELF, 24 Oct. 2025
South Florida’s appearance at the top of the list comes after several years of big price jumps, especially of single family homes.
—Tom Hudson, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025
And the Warzone battle royale mode will eventually see wall jumps added to the mix.
—PC Magazine, 18 Oct. 2025
Beginners must log at least 50 skydives or parachute jumps, and take a six-hour First Jump Course, while those wanting a deeper dive (pun intended) can opt for an intensive three-day course.
—Taryn Shorr-McKee, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2025
Then a series of jumps to touch the crossbar, followed by a wiggle to either side and a final few star jumps.
—Gregg Evans, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Gilman explained that competitors have three jumps, and the longest distance is the one that is scored.
—Barbie Porter, Twin Cities, 29 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for jumps
Verb
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The biannual launches of China’s Shenzhou program have been a source of pride as the country’s space program makes giant leaps forward.—
Chris Lau,
CNN Money,
5 Nov. 2025
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Put the thing in Sport mode, and any time your right ankle twitches on the accelerator, the car absolutely leaps forward.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In a video of the incident, Tricia lets out a loud scream and winces as the champagne drips from her hair, into her eyes and onto her face.—
Angel Saunders,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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Lina winces at the sound of Jaya munching on an apple, made worse by the static on the line.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
8 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The third-year running back was in the midst of a quiet season, getting just three rushes for six yards across three games.—
Noah Camras,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Like all sugar rushes, the high fades fast and you’re left with a stomachache.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Griffin’s hops are considerable.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
25 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Happy Eternal Hoptimist coffee channels the spirit of hops with a bright, unexpected flavor profile.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Newer artists have also seen some advantages with the eligibility period not adhering to a typical calendar year.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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Falcon Enamelware espresso cup Falcon’s espresso cups have the dual advantages of being cute and durable.—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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As the dolphin gets closer to the glass, the Chihuahua lets out a bark that startles the dolphin, who then starts mimicking the dog's mouth movements in a sort of chasing game across species.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The older dog is shown marching along, while the puppy scurries along, attempting to match its pace.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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In some versions of the tale, the wolf scurries off to the forest while the three pigs live happily ever after in humble homesteads of their choice.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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These changes, as well as, wearing bangs were a major key to keeping her edges strong.—
Essence,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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Rainwater tends to gather along the road edges.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Jumps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jumps. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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