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to leap
01
to jump very high or over a long distance
Intransitive: to leap | to leap somewhere
Examples
The athlete leaped over the high bar with impressive precision, setting a new record.
In the ballet performance, the dancer leaped across the stage, showcasing extraordinary grace and strength.
02
to suddenly increase in amount, number, price, etc.
Intransitive
Examples
After the successful product launch, sales leaped, surpassing all expectations.
With the popularity of the new smartphone, the company 's profits leaped in the last quarter.
03
to cause or compel someone or something to jump or make a sudden movement
Transitive: to leap sb/sth
Examples
The trainer used a command to leap the horse over the obstacle during the equestrian show.
As part of the choreography, the dancer had to leap the partner in a synchronized movement.
Leap
01
a sharp increase in something, such as price, etc.
Examples
The announcement of the new product caused a significant leap in the company's stock price.
There was a sudden leap in demand for online services during the lockdown period.
02
a group of leopards considered collectively as a unit
Examples
A leap of leopards was spotted near the watering hole.
The safari guide warned of a leap in the distance.
03
a quick jump forward or upward
Examples
He made a leap over the fallen log.
The dancer executed a graceful leap across the stage.
04
an abrupt change or shift from one state, idea, or condition to another
Examples
The story makes a leap from past to present.
He took a leap in reasoning to connect the ideas.
05
the measure of distance covered by a jump or leap
Examples
The frog 's leap spanned nearly a meter.
Record-breaking leaps in athletics are celebrated at competitions.
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leaping
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