Phrasal Verbs

jump at

This page is about the phrasal verb jump at

Meaning

If you jump at something like an offer or an opportunity, you take it with enthusiasm.

Synonym

leap at

For example

  • jump at sth Helen jumped at the chance to get some experience in marketing.

  • jump at sth When I was offered the position of club president, I jumped at it.

Nouns often used as objects with jump at: chance, opportunity, offer, idea, suggestion

Quick Quiz

Franco jumped at the chance to work overseas because he

a. didn't want to leave his home

b. wanted to live in another country

c. thought he should study instead
a) didn't want to leave his home b) wanted to live in another country c) thought he should study instead

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