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Past tense for to jump or leap, to a great height, or with great force
“He would then run across the toolbox and leap into the air like a flying squirrel with his arms held wide open.”
(leap over) Past tense for to jump or leap over something, such as an obstacle
“The third, younger and smaller, couldn't leap over the fence. Instead, it ran along the perimeter.”
Past tense for to move or react quickly or suddenly
“You will quickly realize that people may be somewhat tempted by the carrot, but will leap into action to avoid the stick.”
Past tense for to arrive at hastily, especially a decision
“The shrewd insight, the fertile hunch, or the sudden leap to a decision can be the most valuable coin of the executive at work.”
Past tense for to accept (an opportunity) eagerly
“While I'm on the topic, let me leap at the opportunity to discredit a flawed piece of advice many people get at some point in their writing lives.”
Past tense for to increase, especially suddenly or dramatically
“We expect sales to leap significantly this year compared to the year prior.”
Past tense for to move hurriedly or as by bouncing or twitching
Past tense for to move in a playful or exaggerated manner
Past tense for to spring upon suddenly to attack or capture
Past tense for to move about or around quickly and randomly
Past tense for to jump or dive quickly and energetically
Past tense for to leave or exit
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