jump-start
noun
Also the starting of an internal-combustion engine that has a discharged or weak battery by means of booster cables.
jump-starting
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present participleof jump-start.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Since the war, the government has announced a flood of new projects and assistance programs aimed at jump-starting the economy and easing the impact of the slowdown.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
The Defense Department is pouring money into jump-starting projects.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 8, 2025
“If there is any money left over in the plan, the student can roll the money over to a Roth IRA, jump-starting their retirement planning.”
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2025
“Shohei jump-starting, it lets us know we’re fine,” Betts added.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2025
Like hooking up the wires for the TV or the stereo, or jump-starting a car.
From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle
