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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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as in to assault
to take sudden, violent action against
the robbers waited until he had passed by them and then jumped on him without warning
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as in to attack
to criticize harshly and usually publicly
no need to jump on him just because he locked the keys in the car
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Recent Examples of jump
Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Foreign governments have also jumped aboard, with India, the United Arab Emirates, and a nonprofit group linked to the Qatari government all paying for Crockett and her family to go on expensive trips abroad, according to congressional disclosures.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2025
Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
The jump comes after the electric vehicle maker’s stock has dropped for nine consecutive weeks due to controversy surrounding CEO Elon Musk’s increasing political activities.
—Michele Luhn, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2025
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Auburn jumped from No. 33 to No. 6 nationally in KenPom’s adjusted defensive efficiency rankings in Steven’s first season in that role, and the Tigers sit at No. 12 entering Friday’s Sweet 16 game.
—Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
Foreign governments have also jumped aboard, with India, the United Arab Emirates, and a nonprofit group linked to the Qatari government all paying for Crockett and her family to go on expensive trips abroad, according to congressional disclosures.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2025
Noun
Booker is someone who, based on his measurables, could be in line for a Year 2 jump, but the Bears need a better group of backups on the line.
—Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 25 Mar. 2025
The jump comes after the electric vehicle maker’s stock has dropped for nine consecutive weeks due to controversy surrounding CEO Elon Musk’s increasing political activities.
—Michele Luhn, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for jump
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This article was originally published on March 20 Google Gemini: An Inevitable Upgrade Gemini represents a giant leap forward in capability compared to Google Assistant.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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To that end, Justin Yim, who co-authored the paper on jumping robots that appeared in Science Robotics, is developing a one-legged bot that could survey Enceladus, a moon of Saturn, where a single leap could carry the little machine the length of a football field.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
21 Mar. 2025
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Gemini is then able to engage in conversation about the advantages of potential options.—
Paul Monckton,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Here, the compact yet powerful bruiser’s professional training and quick thinking give him the advantage over bigger and better-armed adversaries, turning anything, from a bucket of nails to a stray sledgehammer, into a deadly weapon.—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2025
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Straw-colored and exuberantly carbonated, this Love showcases fruity hops in the forefront, giving way to biscuity malts as the beer warms.—
Peter Rowe,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
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The renowned turntablist will spin while a live band performs with a non-stop list of hip hop, pop and R&B acts.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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Underlying these advances are robust AI infrastructures, such as Stargate and the AI RAN Alliance, which enhance edge computing capabilities.—
Cathy Hackl,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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In addition, the Pentagon's future stealth bomber, the B-21 Raider, will have many of the same cutting edge technologies in advanced materials, AI, propulsion and stealth.—
TARA COPP THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Within walking distance lies the historic Gastown neighborhood, where cobblestone streets lead to exceptional dining and shopping opportunities.—
Shelby Knick,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The Yankees will have an opportunity to add an upgrade at the trade deadline.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2025
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“Jump.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/jump. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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