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to jump at
[phrase form: jump]
01
to eagerly accept an opportunity or offer when it arises
Examples
She would jump at the opportunity to travel around the world.
When they offered me a promotion, I jumped at the chance.
02
to criticize someone suddenly and harshly
Examples
My boss jumped at me for being late to work.
She jumped at her husband for forgetting their anniversary.
