leaps and bounds
Example Sentences
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“Industry” is leaps and bounds ahead because it refuses to define anyone strictly by their sexuality.
From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026
AI agents for software development, in particular, have improved by leaps and bounds, Balazs added.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 12, 2026
The puppies, named Maple, Ash, Chestnut, Acorn and Blossom, are coming on "literally in leaps and bounds", she said.
From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026
Maiava’s first start at USC came last season against Nebraska, and he has improved leaps and bounds since — notably in his ability to avoid crippling mistakes.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2025
It wasn’t just that it was growing by leaps and bounds.
From "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell
