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View definitions for leap

leap

noun as in jump; increase

verb as in jump, jump over; increase

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The 23-year-old star has dominated conversation about the film, as people either blame her for its poor reviews or leap to her defence, saying she's being unfairly maligned.

From BBC

After rounding the bases with a big smile, he celebrated by leaping into a circle of teammates next to the dugout who were ready to catch him.

The role of an author isn’t such a leap from that of a casting director: to convey a story, to explore the dynamics between characters and recognize an elusive chemistry between them.

As Billy Horschel's golf ball disappeared into the hole, the American celebrated by sprinting, leaping, swearing and chucking his club.

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"We are taking a leap of faith, so thank you for giving me the courage to take this next step."

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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