leap
Example Sentences
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They could not quite make the biggest leap of all, but they were firmly ensconced in the upper echelons.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
To put it another way, it seems inordinately difficult for our media class to make the daring leap from “it quacks like a duck” to the conclusion that it actually is one.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026
Barrera acknowledges that this support made the difference in his leap ahead of other strong Democratic candidates.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
"The remarkable success of this AI-designed 'super-antigen' trial marks a pivotal leap forward in our ability to deliver broad, lasting viral protection."
From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026
When Sayeh put me back in my cage, everyone watched as I raced to my new playground, climbed the jungle gym, made a leap to the tree branch and jumped over to the seesaw.
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
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"Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou
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