jump

Example Sentences

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They have been hitting the headlines as hospitals report huge jumps in e-bike-related injuries and critics say police are failing to enforce existing laws to keep roads – and footpaths – safe.

From BBC

Meanwhile, crude oil prices have jumped by more than a quarter, with a barrel of international reference contract Brent crude shooting over $90 on Friday.

From Barron's

Crude oil has rallied sharply in recent sessions with United States Brent Oil Fund jumping almost 25% for the week amid escalating Middle East tensions, as investors position for potential supply disruptions.

From Barron's

The index’s energy sector, for instance, has jumped on the back of the Iran conflict.

From Barron's

There were seven of them and not one looked down the trail to see me as they jumped across the sled tracks after the deer.

From Literature