leaping

Example Sentences

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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

Rogers' third had the substitutes celebrating on the pitch and an airborne Emery leaping on the touchline with clenched fists.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

They are quick when they want to be, moving fast or leaping with incredible accuracy, or coming to a sudden stop and changing direction in a microsecond.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Bosko had a penchant for leaping onto his shoulder.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Up and down she went, leaping from building to building, footsteps thundering behind her.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown