Jump and Linger

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Jump verb - To proceed or move quickly.

Usage example: when I tell you to do something, I expect you to jump

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Linger is an antonym for jump.

Nearby Words: jumpy, jumped, jumping, jumper

Linger verb - To move or act slowly.

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Jump is an antonym for linger.

Nearby Words: lingering, lingerer

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