Jump for joy
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 4, 2026
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Clue
Jump for joy (5)
Answer
The answer to Jump for joy is Exult (5 letters).
Why does Exult fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Jump for joy' serves as a vivid synonym for EXULT. To exult means to feel or show great happiness and triumph, often in a lively, expressive way. The phrase 'jump for joy' captures that same burst of elated energy, and EXULT is the formal verb that matches it precisely. The word comes from the Latin 'exsultare,' meaning to leap up, which makes the 'jump' imagery in the clue a surprisingly literal fit for the word's own roots.
What does Jump for joy mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.
jump
verb
•to leap or spring up from the ground
noun
•a sudden upward movement or leap
joy
noun
•a feeling of great happiness or delight
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 2-down in the New York Times Mini on March 4, 2026, by Ian Livengood, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Exult mean?
verb
•To rejoice; to be very happy, especially in triumph.
Origin of the word Exult
•origin: Latin 'exsultare'
•period: 16th century
The Latin root literally means 'to leap up' or 'to jump out,' combining 'ex-' (out) and 'saltare' (to leap), originally describing the physical act of jumping for joy.
How to use Exult in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Exult.
•“When her team scored the winning goal, Sarah began to exult, jumping up and down with pure happiness.”
•“The victorious general would exult in his triumph over the enemy forces.”
•“She couldn't help but exult when she received the acceptance letter from her dream university.”
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- What is the answer to Jump for joy?
- The answer is Exult (5 letters).
- Where did this clue appear?
- This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 4, 2026.
- How many letters does the answer to Jump for joy have?
- The answer has 5 letters: Exult.
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NYT Mini — Mar 4, 2026
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