Jump Off (Verb)
Meaning 1
Jump down from an elevated point; "the parachutist didn't want to jump"; "every year, hundreds of people jump off the Golden Gate bridge"; "the widow leapt into the funeral pyre".
Classification
Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.
Examples
- Children love to jump off the diving board at the pool.
- Bungee jumpers take the leap of faith to jump off the bridge and experience the thrill.
- Before skydiving became a popular sport, the idea of choosing to jump off a plane seemed insane to many people.
- Caving enthusiasts find certain spots with overhanging cliffs perfect for BASE jumpers to jump off.
- Many adventurers visit the rugged terrain of jump-off points, which challenge them to defy gravity by taking the leap.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Set off quickly, usually with success; "The freshman jumped off to a good start in his math class".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The new business jumped off to a record-breaking first year, showing great potential for future growth.
- The team jumped off to an impressive lead in the championship game.
- Her career jumped off after starring in the hit movie, landing her numerous roles.
- The company's new product jumped off the shelves, outselling all other items in the store.
- The young sprinter jumped off the starting line, finishing first in her event.