Question

in_the_loop_398 a starting place or inspiration This expression is usually used for discussions or creative pursuits.

Accepted Answer

JUMPING-OFF POINT Kelly used her mother’s lasagna recipe as a jumping-off point, but added her favorite ingredients to make it the way she liked it.Joe used sheet music as a jumping-off point for his song. He played the tune as written, but added to it as he went.

Id	in_the_loop_398
Idiom	JUMPING-OFF POINT
Definition	a starting place or inspiration
Examples	Kelly used her mother’s lasagna recipe as a jumping-off point, but added her favorite ingredients to make it the way she liked it. Joe used sheet music as a jumping-off point for his song. He played the tune as written, but added to it as he went.
Extra Info	This expression is usually used for discussions or creative pursuits.

Jumping Off Point Added Loop Starting Place Inspiration Kelly