leaping

ADJECTIVE

jumping

Synonyms

STRONG

active animated beating bouncing bounding dynamic hopping hurdling irregular pulsating quaking quivering shaking skipping springing throbbing trembling

WEAK

buoyant lively unsteady vibrant

Antonyms

STRONG

inactive

NOUN

jump

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bounce dive drop fall hurdle plunge rise upsurge vault

STRONG

bob bound buck canter caper capriole dance gambol hop hopping jerk jolt leapfrog leapfrogging lurch nosedive plummet pounce saltation shock skip skipping spring start swerve twitch wrench

WEAK

gambade upspring

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Once he was done flying across snow and leaping into sandpits, he finally committed to the sport that was in his blood.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026

Sophie Ecclestone took a leaping catch to see off Proteas captain Laura Wolvaardt and break an opening stand of 43, and took a second tough chance later to dismiss Sune Luus.

From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026

Even then the Spurs had a chance to win, until Anunoby’s leaping put back.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026

The end on Wednesday proved to be Anunoby leaping to control the rebound of Brunson's shot and slot it home.

From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026

Sadie shouted, leaping out from around the corner.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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