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.

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Example Sentences

“It’s just too big of a jump on a monthly basis—it would really impact our budget,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

“What’s been so great is that our team is so quick to pivot when we need to, and if we have to jump on a moment, we can do that too,” DiPippo said.

From Los Angeles Times

In choosing his causes, Austin said of Rob Reiner, the actor-director-producer “was not jumping on a train that was already moving.”

From Los Angeles Times

As cable TV was born, Mr. Freston jumped on board as chief executive of MTV Networks, the revolutionary juggernaut that quickly developed a grip on the global cultural zeitgeist.

From The Wall Street Journal

Because even though the moment left his teammates jumping on the bench and gasping for air, it did nothing to stave off a Lakers loss.

From Los Angeles Times

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