100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "jump back"

Definition

The verb jump back means to move suddenly backward, often in response to surprise, fear, or an instinctive reaction. It can also refer to a quick retreat from a situation or a sudden change in position.

Synonyms

• Recoil
• Spring back
• Leap back
• Withdraw
• Back away
• Flinch
• Retreat
• Bounce back

Antonyms

• Advance
• Approach
• Move forward
• Step closer
• Engage
• Confront

Examples

1. As the dog lunged at him, he instinctively jumped back.
2. When the fireworks went off, she couldn’t help but jump back in surprise.
3. The child saw the snake and jumped back in fright.
4. He had to jump back to avoid the incoming wave.
5. Startled by the loud noise, she jumped back from the window.
6. The sudden movement made him jump back in shock.
7. She felt a chill run down her spine and jumped back from the edge of the cliff.
8. I didn’t expect the door to swing open, so I jumped back.
9. The crowd jumped back as the performer executed a dangerous stunt.
10. He had to jump back to dodge the falling branch.
11. The unexpected explosion made everyone jump back in unison.
12. When the car skidded toward him, he jumped back to safety.
13. She screamed when the spider dropped from the ceiling and jumped back.
14. The horror movie made him jump back in his seat several times.
15. At the haunted house, he jumped back when the actor jumped out.
16. She quickly jumped back when the wave crashed against the shore.
17. The magician’s trick made the audience jump back in astonishment.
18. He couldn't help but jump back when the balloon popped.
19. The surprising news made her jump back in disbelief.
20. Seeing the bear in the distance, they jumped back and hid behind a tree.
21. She was so startled that she jumped back from the computer screen.
22. The sudden gust of wind caused him to jump back.
23. He had to jump back when the firecracker went off unexpectedly.
24. She jumped back from the edge of the pool to avoid getting splashed.
25. The unexpected burst of laughter made him jump back from his thoughts.
26. When the lights flickered, she jumped back in surprise.
27. He jumped back as the roller coaster took off.
28. The sudden appearance of the clown made the child jump back.
29. She jumped back when the car honked loudly.
30. The quick movement made him jump back instinctively.
31. Upon hearing the loud bang, she jumped back.
32. The cat startled her, causing her to jump back.
33. When the magician pulled a rabbit from the hat, the audience jumped back in excitement.
34. He had to jump back from the edge of the construction site.
35. The little girl jumped back when the dog barked.
36. The sudden crash made everyone in the room jump back.
37. She couldn't believe her eyes and jumped back from the sight.
38. The kids jumped back as the balloon floated away.
39. He was so engrossed in his book that he jumped back at the sudden noise.
40. When the ice cracked beneath her, she jumped back to safety.
41. The abrupt stop of the bus made all the passengers jump back.
42. Seeing the lightning flash caused him to jump back.
43. The pop-up advertisement made her jump back from the screen.
44. The sudden movement of the crowd made him jump back.
45. She jumped back when the door slammed shut.
46. The loud clap of thunder made her jump back in fear.
47. He was so startled by the news that he jumped back in his chair.
48. The child jumped back when the balloon burst.
49. The movement in the bushes made him jump back.
50. She had to jump back to avoid the flying frisbee.
51. When the lights went out, everyone jumped back in shock.
52. The unexpected shout made her jump back.
53. He jumped back from the edge of the platform as the train approached.
54. The sudden flash from the camera made everyone jump back.
55. The dog charged at him, and he jumped back instinctively.
56. The loud horn made her jump back in fright.
57. When he heard the gunshot, he jumped back.
58. The cat leaped at him, causing him to jump back.
59. The explosion made the entire audience jump back.
60. She was so scared that she jumped back and dropped her phone.
61. Upon hearing the siren, he jumped back from the edge of the street.
62. The sudden rain made them jump back under the awning.
63. The unexpected shout made her jump back from the edge of the cliff.
64. He was startled by the sudden appearance of his friend and jumped back.
65. The flickering lights made everyone in the room jump back.
66. The sudden appearance of the clown made the children jump back.
67. When the ball flew towards him, he jumped back instinctively.
68. The loud thunder made her jump back in her seat.
69. The snake slithered close, causing him to jump back.
70. The sudden noise made her jump back from her book.
71. The quick movement made him jump back in surprise.
72. The unexpected splash of water made her jump back.
73. The loud crash outside made everyone jump back.
74. He jumped back when the door swung open unexpectedly.
75. The sudden movement of the animal made her jump back.
76. The unexpected touch on her shoulder made her jump back.
77. When the lights came back on, they jumped back in shock.
78. The surprise party made him jump back in disbelief.
79. She jumped back when the firework exploded.
80. The sudden appearance of the ghost made everyone jump back.
81. The loud sound from the construction site made him jump back.
82. She couldn't believe her luck and jumped back in excitement.
83. The sudden movement of the crowd caused her to jump back.
84. He jumped back when the fish splashed water.
85. The unexpected touch made her jump back from her thoughts.
86. The quick change in temperature made him jump back.
87. She jumped back as the ball flew towards her.
88. The loud engine noise made them jump back.
89. When he heard the crash, he jumped back in alarm.
90. The sudden gust of wind caused her to jump back.
91. The loud noise made him jump back from the window.
92. When the music stopped, everyone jumped back in confusion.
93. She was so startled that she jumped back from the edge of the stage.
94. The sudden flash of light made them jump back.
95. The unexpected sound made him jump back in surprise.
96. The loud clap of thunder made her jump back in fear.
97. The sudden appearance of the figure made them jump back.
98. The touch of the cold water made him jump back.
99. When the fireworks went off, the crowd jumped back.
100. The sound of breaking glass made her jump back immediately.