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Idiom: Jump The Queue

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To move into a queue ahead of others who have been waiting longer or that have a higher priority; push in.

To receive preferential treatment.

Example Sentences

1
She always tries to jump the queue at the grocery store.
2
It is not fair to jump the queue and skip ahead of others waiting their turn.
3
Please wait in line and don't try to jump the queue.
4
He got scolded for attempting to jump the queue at the movie theater.
5
The security guard caught a woman trying to jump the queue at the concert entrance.

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