leapt
Example Sentences
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Crude oil prices leapt more than four percent as the fresh Middle East flare-up revived fears over global supplies usually shipped through the pivotal Strait of Hormuz.
From Barron's ● Jul. 29, 2026
The CAC 40 added 0.5% in Paris, where Kering leapt 11% after earnings, helping the broader luxury sector.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
She says that to get there, she leapt from one college job to another for close to a decade, using each new role to gain specialised skills that would help with her career advancement.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
The spread of its 10-year bonds has leapt nearly half-a-percentage point since being issued on June 23.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
Natalie left her line to peek inside, and her heart leapt.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
