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jump in

phr. v..
B1 Intermediate Oxford Informal

phr. v.. to join a conversation or an activity suddenly, often to help or add an idea.

phr. v.. to interrupt or join an ongoing activity or discussion, typically without hesitation or prior invitation.


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.

Particles
in
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
jump + in
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.

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