This symbol in a dream indicates that there has been an ongoing buildup of pressure that will ultimately result in a surprising or jarring occurrence.
The real tension indicated with a jack-in-the-box is not if, but when. As you wind the spring, you absolutely know that a sudden burst of energy will result.
It is in not knowing when it will hit that anticipation builds.
The state of this toy in your dream will offer more information.
If it is unwound, there may be a desire to have more stimulation in your life in order to feel more excitement.
If it is damaged, your capacity to delay gratification or take later action may be broken.
[1]The animated jack-in-the-box character that has popped out of this box sends a powerful sales pitch to fast- food consumers: “Get it fast and fresh from the grill. “ As the setting of a dream, however, driving through a Jack in the Box may metaphoncally comment that you might soon get an unexpected scary surprise popping out at you at the most unexpected time. It may frighten you or make you laugh. It may also indicate that you feel rushed and unnurtured.
[2]Discovering or playing with a toy jack-in- the-box may indicate some startling news or a surpnse that delighted you.
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