In our simulation, the population dynamics were modeled by a Markov jump process that began in an initial state, remained in each state for a random duration, and then transitioned to another state.

She had to jump through hoops to get the university to accept her transfer credits.

Technicians considered the ski jump nose as an alternative to the standard nose design.

Despite his warm laugh, his ski-jump nose—long with an inward-curving ridge and a slightly upturned tip—made him immediately recognizable.

Peacock jumping spiders perform elaborate courtship dances to attract mates.

A peacock jumping spider performed an elaborate courtship dance on the sunlit leaf.

Rather than acting now, let's wait for the cat to jump and then decide our next move.

A single jumping plant louse on the apple sapling hinted at a larger infestation.

The researcher carefully documented how jumping plant lice affected the new tomato cultivar.

To jump one's bail is a criminal act that can lead to additional charges and a warrant for arrest.