Example Sentences

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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

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

From Slate • Apr. 28, 2026

“Evil traitor!” shouted Gurgi, leaping to his feet.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander