jack in the box

"Jack in the box" refers to a children's toy consisting of a box with a crank. When the crank is turned, a spring-loaded jack pops up unexpectedly from inside the box. It is often depicted as a clown or a jester. The term "jack in the box" can also be used metaphorically to describe something or someone that unexpectedly appears or surprises someone.


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