lunging

Example Sentences

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Anthony Gordon received a three-match ban for a lunging challenge on Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

The company, founded in 1948, is known for its emblematic sneakers such as the Speedcat and its lunging feline logo, and makes athletic wear, accessories and equipment.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

She posted a video of herself doing squats with heavy weight and lunging on the knee, protected by a brace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

With the game still scoreless in the 29th minute, Romero -- who has been vocal in his criticism of Tottenham's owners lately -- was dismissed after lunging in to catch Casemiro on the ankle.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

The fastest cadet is lunging for the back of the boy’s shirt.

From "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr