lunging

Example Sentences

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Lunging forward in a mass of humanity that could reach more than 3,000 pounds, the Eagles have dominated short-yardage situations and goal-line opportunities since they debuted the play in 2022 behind then-center Jason Kelce.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

Lunging at the ankles of his more agile sparring partner, Sasse fell and caught his ring finger on the mat, snapping the bone backward and tearing the ligaments.

From Washington Post • Jun. 20, 2016

Lunging at his left shoulder, I saw he’d tapped open the video collection, like he was casing the joint, doing recon for a rendezvous with Steamboat Willie or such fellows.

From Slate • Nov. 26, 2014

Lunging at meat products is a definite no-no.

From Washington Post • Oct. 12, 2012

Lunging for a door, I leap on board, trip, and tumble into the lap of a seated gentleman.

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