pounce on

Example Sentences

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While the other candidates pressed their palms against the podiums, ready to pounce on every question, Becerra clasped his hands like an altar boy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Some analysts say that the selloff could be short-lived, pointing out that dip-buyers have been quick to pounce on previous bouts of volatility, as they did during April’s tariff-driven selloff.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

Goalkeeper Dimitar Mitov dropped an early free-kick from Rangers captain James Tavernier, but managed to block the shot from Barron, who was waiting to pounce on the loose ball.

From Barron's • Jan. 6, 2026

My wife and I keep current with L.A. condo listings so we can pounce on a place either soon after our home sale or possibly just before that.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

“I’ll stand over there. If I see her flap her wings, I’ll text you. By the way, what are you going to do if she is inside, waiting in the dark to pounce on you?”

From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben