as in rambling
passing from one topic to another
we had trouble following the lecturer's leaping look at archaeological discoveries around the world
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as in jumping
to propel oneself upward or forward into the air
the outfielder leaped into the air to catch the ball before it went over the fence
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Recent Examples of leaping
Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The fugitive runs for it, crashing through clotheslines made of jump ropes, crashing on the floor several times, climbing the bike racks and leaping over the wall to his secret sanctuary.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Capture the trails of speed, splashing water, and leaping moments.
—New Atlas, 7 Sep. 2025
Douglas Fairbanks was the original Hollywood action hero, a fit, handsome, daring leading man who did all his own stunts, leaping over furniture in The Mark of Zorro and jumping down the mainsail in The Black Pirate, and was, at the time, among the most famous people in the world.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
Profar had two doubles and made two spectacular catches in left field Friday, and Kim had a first-inning sacrifice fly and a leaping defensive play of his own, helping the Braves to a 4-1 series-opening win over the Seattle Mariners on a night when ace Chris Sale didn’t need much assistance.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Klarna sees itself as a hero – leaping high hurdles to win over 100 million unhappy bank customers.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The junior followed up with a pair of rushes to the 33 before Arredondo scored from the 17 four plays later, leaping over one defender, for a 35-12 Two Rivers lead.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
During his career, Briggs managed to prevent more than 200 people just like Berthia from leaping to their deaths from the bridge.
—Johnny Dodd, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
Cameras captured a heartwarming scene of a father and son leaping into the air, screaming and hugging each other in disbelief and joy, as McIlroy's ball dropped into the cup.
—Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025
The fugitive runs for it, crashing through clotheslines made of jump ropes, crashing on the floor several times, climbing the bike racks and leaping over the wall to his secret sanctuary.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2025
Capture the trails of speed, splashing water, and leaping moments.
—New Atlas, 7 Sep. 2025
Douglas Fairbanks was the original Hollywood action hero, a fit, handsome, daring leading man who did all his own stunts, leaping over furniture in The Mark of Zorro and jumping down the mainsail in The Black Pirate, and was, at the time, among the most famous people in the world.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 6 Sep. 2025
Profar had two doubles and made two spectacular catches in left field Friday, and Kim had a first-inning sacrifice fly and a leaping defensive play of his own, helping the Braves to a 4-1 series-opening win over the Seattle Mariners on a night when ace Chris Sale didn’t need much assistance.
—David O'Brien, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025
Klarna sees itself as a hero – leaping high hurdles to win over 100 million unhappy bank customers.
—Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
The junior followed up with a pair of rushes to the 33 before Arredondo scored from the 17 four plays later, leaping over one defender, for a 35-12 Two Rivers lead.
—Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 6 Sep. 2025
During his career, Briggs managed to prevent more than 200 people just like Berthia from leaping to their deaths from the bridge.
—Johnny Dodd, People.com, 24 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leaping
Adjective
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The videos, which depict handwritten journals and a display of high-powered weaponry, paint a portrait of a person with a rambling and deeply nihilistic outlook, according to analyses by law enforcement and ABC News.—
Megan Forrester,
ABC News,
27 Aug. 2025
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There’s nothing worse than a long, rambling story that’s resolved in an only-mildly humorous ending.—
Jay Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The performance had the crowd jumping thanks to his enthusiastic delivery.—
Stacy Lambe,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Throughout the story there are hints of ways Leo’s police department colleagues are sending him into retirement, including a cop jumping out of a cake wearing only a thong.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The caravan experience appealed to Bella, not because of the wandering but, rather, because Cuthbertson offered structure.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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His experience in law enforcement, combined with his desire to improve search and rescue methods, led him to establish a program that addresses the specific challenges of locating wandering individuals and streamlines local agencies' efforts.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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Hollywood stars like Olivia Munn, Reese Witherspoon, and Drew Barrymore have all been spotted in flare jeans this year — and Cindy Crawford is hopping on the trend, too.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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One of the most unique experiences in Allegany County is hopping aboard the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad.—
Abby Price,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Leaping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leaping. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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