Meaning of jump-cut | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To abruptly transition to a later moment of the scene.
   ambitransitive
2. To abruptly shift one's focus toward a later point in time; to fast-forward.
   figuratively, intransitive
3. To perform a jump cut.
   intransitive

Examples

“The segment ends with a shot of the enthusiastic audience before again jump-cutting to Caleb Peterson reprising “Ol' Man River” surrounded by the black chorus, the white chorus ranged behind and above them.”

“Jump-cut to last year: Kunlun Group Limited, a Chinese gaming company, acquired full ownership of Grindr. In January of this year, Simkhai stepped down as CEO.”

“Jump cut to the following July, when Taylor surprise-released folklore. Every lesbian I knew seemed weirdly excited for this album.”

“After Lake insisted the sixth-year senior hadn’t impressed enough in practice to contribute in their first two games, McGrew responded with 31 rushing yards and two touchdowns on just six carries Saturday — releasing a guttural growl after jump-cutting and crossing the goal line for a 13-yard score in the first quarter.”

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