pounce on
Example Sentences
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While the other candidates pressed their palms against the podiums, ready to pounce on every question, Becerra clasped his hands like an altar boy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2026
Many companies see a moment to pounce on bigger deals that would normally face prolonged antitrust scrutiny.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 1, 2026
He kept his cool to pounce on an error from Martin Zubimendi, round David Raya and slot in his ninth goal since joining the Red Devils.
From Barron's ● Jan. 26, 2026
My wife and I keep current with L.A. condo listings so we can pounce on a place either soon after our home sale or possibly just before that.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 30, 2025
He was wound up as tight as a spring, and I thought that any second he might pounce on Dusty Muleman, who was smaller and flabbier.
From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen
