leapt
Americanverb
verb
Example Sentences
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So when Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen asked him about the Atlantic’s recent report regarding his alleged drinking on the job, Patel leapt at Van Hollen with a set of smears.
From Slate • May 16, 2026
The reason I bonds leapt to the front of the pack in 2022 is that interest rates were low.
From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026
Smart leapt for a jaw-dropping block against 6-foot-8 Tari Eason and drew three charges.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
Usually, when a story isn't right or has perhaps leapt to conclusions seen to be unreasonable, my phone will be ringing in seconds.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
I leapt off the couch as the tray launched open again, and I scrambled over to the DVD player.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
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