Definitions

jump off

[juhmp-awf, -of] / ˈdʒʌmpˌɔf, -ˌɒf /

VERB

embark on

Synonyms

WEAK

broach commence engage enter get off initiate launch open plunge into set about set out set to start take up tee off

NOUN

start

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beginning dawn kickoff opening outset

STRONG

birth commencement countdown dawning derivation embarkation foundation inauguration inception initiation introduction leaving onset origin source spring takeoff

WEAK

alpha arrival coming day one first step flying start jump-off running start setting-out square one start-off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conclusion end ending finish

STRONG

close completion consequence death effect exit outgrowth result termination

WEAK

stop

Example Sentences

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It’s because he can jump off stuff while kids make a “vroom” noise!

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

As they read your long-ago emails and memos, you want your years of hard work, passion and loyalty to your employer to jump off the page.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

“These people,” he is told, referring to the newlyweds, “are about to jump off a cliff with someone. They want something safe.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

There’s opportunities to jump off, but no one has the nerve to try.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 29, 2025

We were allowed to jump off and relieve ourselves in the grass.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys

jump off

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