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Meaning of the word "jump at" in English

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jump at

US /dʒʌmp æt/

UK /dʒʌmp æt/

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Phrasal Verb

to accept an opportunity or offer eagerly

Example:

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She didn't hesitate to jump at the chance to travel.

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When they offered him the promotion, he jumped at it.

Synonym:

seize grab pounce on snap up embrace

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jump jump on jump in jump rope jumping jack bungee jumping star jump