Definition
| • | To frighten; to strike with sudden fear; to alarm. |
| • | Fright; esp., sudden fright produced by a trifling cause, or originating in mistake. |
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We have found the following answers matching the query 'Jump ___ (horror movie staple)' in our database: For more stats and recent usage scroll down and continue reading. Jump ___ (horror movie staple) crossword clue was last seen on February 5 2026 in the popular New York Times Crossword.
| Rank | Answer | Clue | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | SCARE | Jump ___ (horror movie staple) | New York Times |
| • | To frighten; to strike with sudden fear; to alarm. |
| • | Fright; esp., sudden fright produced by a trifling cause, or originating in mistake. |
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