jump in
phrasal verb·2 senses·particle in
Meanings
Eagerly enter a discussion
Why “in”? A person, idea, effort, or item becomes part of a group, activity, or plan.
“He jumped in before I could finish.”
“Mia jumped in with a new idea.”
Start something without hesitation
Why “in”? In marks the start of an action or change. It can also mean slowly using something new until it feels comfortable.
“Just jump in and try.”
“Nina jumped in and booked the course.”
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Sink In connects verbs by particle pattern, contrast pairs, and shared base verbs.
jump off
A contrast learners often mix up
Jump from something to a lower level
jump up
A contrast learners often mix up
Spring upward into the air
blend in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Look or behave like the people around you
break in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Enter a building illegally by force; Interrupt a conversation and begin speaking
bring in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Introduce someone or something into a discussion or organisation; Earn money for a person or business; Introduce a new law, system or rule; Deliver a verdict in a court
chime in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Add a comment to a conversation
chip in
Same in pattern: inclusion
Contribute money or effort to a shared cause
come in
Same in pattern: beginning
Enter a room or building; Arrive at a destination; Become available, fashionable or in season; Have a useful function or role; (of money or income) be received; Finish a race in a particular position
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