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

Bosko had a penchant for leaping onto his shoulder.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

And so lawmakers in both chambers have been leaping over each other this week to introduce their ballroom bills.

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

They’ve also spent years terrorizing locals by leaping from the waves and crashing into boaters, water skiers and fishermen.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Jarvis says, leaping his knight into enemy territory, forking Fleetwood’s king and queen.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin