- present participle of leap.
leaping
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Here’s what stood out to me as she described the lessons she’s learned leaping into a new sector, and during what the Journal has called her “tumultuous run” at X.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
At its event in Texas, the company showed a Roadster performing a few aerial feats, including leaping over several other Tesla vehicles.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026
Among his snags Monday was a leaping, two-handed grab off a sidearm sling from quarterback Matthew Stafford on the Rams’ second possession.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 22, 2026
While Guardiola was often leaping and screaming around his technical area during games, Maresca looks to be the opposite as he tends to stand motionless by the pitch with his arms folded.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
Sam shouted, leaping up suddenly, beside his sister's bed.
From "All About Sam" by Lois Lowry
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