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jump on

British  

verb

  1. informal (intr, preposition) to reprimand or attack suddenly and forcefully

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jump on Idioms  

  1. see jump all over someone.

Example Sentences

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He got a jump on everyone and is already doing it.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

That’s the biggest dollar jump on record for the most-active WTI contract, according to Dow Jones Market Data.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

“If you’re the fifth or sixth to jump on the bandwagon here, you’re toast,” Adamson said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

“I have no doubt that the private market is ramping up because they see the opportunity to jump on prime borrowers. It’s the people who need the most help who are going to fall behind.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

“Holy smokes, Rowdy,” I whispered, “did you see those teeth? You’d better think twice before you jump on him. He could eat you up—collar and all.”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls

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