leap
Pronunciation: [liːp]
Word
Context: "movement"
(verb) to jump high or a long way. It’s like when you hop over something or jump off the ground. It’s a quick movement up or across.
Example
The frog can leap from one lily pad to another with ease.
Example
The cat did not leap over the fence; it simply walked around it instead.
Example
Can you leap as high as the basketball net?
Context: "movement"
(noun) a quick jump or bound. When you see someone jump suddenly, that’s a leap. It can also mean a big change or advancement.
Example
Her leap into the water made a big splash.
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He didn’t take a leap; he stayed on the ground instead.
Example
Did you see the leap the dolphin made out of the water?
Context: "progress"
(noun) a significant or sudden increase or improvement. This can mean a big step forward in any area, like learning or technology.
Example
The new computer made a leap in speed and performance.
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There was no leap in her skills; she remained at the same level.
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What kind of leap in knowledge do you expect from studying more?
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