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jumping

Pronunciation: [ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use jumping in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical action”

(verb) to push yourself off the ground using your legs and feet, often landing on your feet again. Jumping is when you are off the ground for a moment, like when you hop or leap.

Example

The children were jumping up and down with joy at the playground.

Example

She was not jumping at all during the game because she felt tired.

Example

Can you jump higher than your friend?

Context: “movement”

(verb) to suddenly start or move to a different place or position. Jumping can also mean quickly moving to another spot without hesitation.

Example

He jumped from one task to another, finishing his work quickly.

Example

She did not jump to conclusions before listening to all the facts.

Example

Why did you jump to the next part of the book so fast?

Context: “physical activity”

(noun) the act of jumping. It can be a single jump or part of a series of jumps, like when you do it in a game or for fun.

Example

Her jumping in the competition impressed everyone.

Example

There was no jumping allowed at the quiet library.

Example

Did the group enjoy their jumping competition?

How to pronounce jumping

Pronunciation: [ˈdʒʌmpɪŋ]

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