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leaping

/ˈliːpɪŋ/

The word "leaping" often describes movements that are more powerful or sudden than simple jumping. When used as an adjective, it frequently describes things that move unpredictably or energetically, such as fire or water. Grammatically, this word can function as the present participle of the verb "leap" or as a standalone adjective to describe a noun.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Chloe is procrastinating on a term paper in the library.
Chloe Smith

my heart is literally leaping out of my chest over this deadline.

Chloe Smith
Maya
Maya

stop spiraling and just grind it out.

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Chloe uses 'leaping' metaphorically to describe an intense physical sensation of anxiety. Maya responds with the phrasal verb 'grind it out', meaning to perform a tedious task with determination until it is finished, reflecting her blunt, no-nonsense personality.

Meanings

verb (intransitive)

jumping a great distance or height, often with sudden energy.

"The salmon were leaping upstream to spawn."

verb (transitive)

springing over or across something in a single bound.

"She spent the afternoon leaping over the small garden fence."

adjective

characterized by jumping or springing movements.

"The leaping flames of the bonfire reached toward the night sky."

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