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Make (someone) jump (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

startle

(Other definitions for startle that I've seen before include "Alarm suddenly" , "Cause to jump" , "Cause shock/alarm" , "Surprise greatly, alarm" , "Rattles (anag.)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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