as in to jump
to propel oneself upward or forward into the air
the outfielder leaped into the air to catch the ball before it went over the fence
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Recent Examples of leap
Eric Noll, ABC News, 14 May 2026
But expanding and upgrading these tracking systems to survey a million spacecraft would require an astronomical leap in capabilities.
—Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
Theresa Walker, Oc Register, 14 May 2026
Riley was also robbed of extra bases in the second inning on a leaping catch at the wall by center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
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Noun
Unlike other robots, Oli can mimic human waist and hip movements, giving it the ability to lay down and sit back up on its own -- a major technical leap in the world of robotics.
—Eric Noll, ABC News, 14 May 2026
But expanding and upgrading these tracking systems to survey a million spacecraft would require an astronomical leap in capabilities.
—Kevin Holden Platt, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
Verb
Encouraged to talk more about that, Song nearly leaped out of his chair.
—Theresa Walker, Oc Register, 14 May 2026
Riley was also robbed of extra bases in the second inning on a leaping catch at the wall by center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leap
Noun
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The popular air show is a celebration of aviation history and a look at modern military capabilities and includes flying demonstrations and parachute jumps, according to the event's organizers.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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Rebuilding strength in his leg muscles required regular gym exercises with lead rehab physio Richard Clark, including walking on an anti-gravity treadmill, deadlifts, box jumps, split squats with weights, balancing drills and running on a small trampoline.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
Verb
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There is no hockey equivalent of the six-year quarterback, no portal-hopping 25-year-old gaming an extra NIL season.—
Daryl G. Jones,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2026
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Think jumping in place, hopping side to side, or moving through squats with a slow descent and a fast burst back up.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
15 May 2026
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“Leap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leap. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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