jump at

verb

1. intr, preposition to be glad to accept

   I would jump at the chance of going

Idioms and Phrases

Also, jump at the chance ; jump at the bait . Take prompt advantage of, respond quickly to an opportunity. For example, When Dad said he'd help pay for my vacation, I jumped at the offer , or When the lead singer became ill, Sheila jumped at the chance to replace her , or They offered a large reward, hoping that someone would jump at the bait . [Mid-1700s]