leaps and bounds
Example Sentences
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Lingard says United have come on "leaps and bounds" under his former team-mate and is certain Carrick should be given the job permanently.
From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026
An AI with the capabilities of Claude Mythos could be used to leaps and bounds ahead in so many more ways.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
“Industry” is leaps and bounds ahead because it refuses to define anyone strictly by their sexuality.
From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026
I’m seeing it growing by leaps and bounds on the right.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026
In 1954, Flom took over as Skadden’s managing partner, and the firm began to grow by leaps and bounds.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
