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Weekly Idiom: January 2, 2009
to jump the gun

Definition:
to do something too soon

Example:
He jumped the gun and told her about our plans before we had finalized them.

Explanation:
He told her about our plans before we were ready. He should have waited until the plans were final to be sure the plans would not change.

Weekly Phrasal Verb: January 2, 2009
to jump in

Definition:
to get involved in something quickly

Example:
Please jump in if you have something to add to our discussion.

Explanation:
Please just begin speaking if you have something to add to our discussion. Don’t worry about interrupting us.

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