Phrasal verb
jump in
Definition
phrasal verb. to join a conversation or an activity suddenly, often to help or add an idea.
phrasal verb. to interrupt or join an ongoing activity or discussion, typically without hesitation or prior invitation.
Examples
“Feel free to jump in if you have any questions.”
“I was explaining the new project when Sarah jumped in to clarify the budget details.”
“The moderator encouraged the audience to jump in with their own perspectives as soon as the panel finished the opening remarks.”
Examples
simple
“Feel free to jump in if you have any questions.”
contextual
“I was explaining the new project when Sarah jumped in to clarify the budget details.”
complex
“The moderator encouraged the audience to jump in with their own perspectives as soon as the panel finished the opening remarks.”
Usage
often used in meetings or group discussions to encourage participation.
Teaching tip
contrast with 'interrupt', which can feel rude; 'jump in' often implies a helpful or enthusiastic contribution to a group flow.
Pitfall
He jumped in the conversation.
He jumped into the conversation.
when followed by a noun, use 'into' for the physical or metaphorical movement; use 'in' alone as an adverbial particle.
Phrasal verb
Particles
in
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
jump + in
Synonyms
Antonyms
Grammar
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