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词汇 jump-the-queue
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jump the queue


idiomUK usually disapproving
to move to the front of a line of people who are waiting for something, so that you are served or dealt with before them:
This pre-paid smart card allows you to jump the queue to 60 of the capital's favourite attractions.
When the All Clear sounded we queued up again. No one jumped the queue.
to be dealt with earlier than other people who are also waiting for something and who may have been waiting longer than you:
Under this plan the better-off will be able to jump the queue by paying for private health care.
Claims that immigrants jump the queue for council houses are incorrect, the Institute for Public Policy Research says.
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