jump at
B1 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words
To say yes to a chance very quickly because you really want it.
Literal meaning: To physically leap toward something — transparent in the literal sense.
Meanings
1 B1
idiomatic
neutral
To accept or respond to an opportunity, offer, or idea with great enthusiasm.
"She jumped at the chance to study abroad when the scholarship was offered."
Grammar: inseparable
2 A2 neutral
To move suddenly toward someone or something; to lunge at.
"The cat jumped at the piece of string dangling from my hand."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Almost always used with 'chance', 'opportunity', or 'offer'. Conveys enthusiasm and readiness. Also used literally to mean to spring toward someone or something suddenly. Both senses are common.
Commonly used with
chance opportunity offer invitation job idea
Forms
Base
jump at
I/you/we/they
3rd person
jumps at
he/she/it
Past simple
jumped at
yesterday
Past participle
jumped at
have + pp
-ing form
jumping at
continuous
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