variants
or leapt
as in jumped
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of leaped
Joao Palhinha leapt over the advertising boards to celebrate with Tottenham Hotspur’s travelling supporters.
—
Jay Harris, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Two plainclothes officers who were driving west in an unmarked vehicle witnessed the shooting and leaped out of the car to chase the shooter on foot.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
In the oil market, prices leaped as uncertainty built about what will happen with the Strait of Hormuz.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Greenberg evidently leaned on his professional experience as a veteran producer and problem-solver and leapt into action rather that crumbling under his emotions.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
How Animal Rescues Sprung Into Action Good Sprout Rescue and Sanctuary, with help from Sweet Peace Farm Sanctuary, leapt into action for the vulnerable birds.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
Good Sprout Rescue and Sanctuary, with help from Sweet Peace Farm Sanctuary, leapt into action.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Good Sprout Rescue and Sanctuary, with help from Sweet Peace Farm Sanctuary, leapt into action for the vulnerable birds.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Onto Innovation — The maker of semiconductor process control equipment leapt more than 8% after preliminary first-quarter revenue handily beat Street estimates, and Stifel Financial upgraded Onto to buy from hold and raised its 12-month price target to $350.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2026
Jay Harris, New York Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Two plainclothes officers who were driving west in an unmarked vehicle witnessed the shooting and leaped out of the car to chase the shooter on foot.
—Kerry Burke, New York Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
In the oil market, prices leaped as uncertainty built about what will happen with the Strait of Hormuz.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
Greenberg evidently leaned on his professional experience as a veteran producer and problem-solver and leapt into action rather that crumbling under his emotions.
—Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
How Animal Rescues Sprung Into Action Good Sprout Rescue and Sanctuary, with help from Sweet Peace Farm Sanctuary, leapt into action for the vulnerable birds.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Apr. 2026
Good Sprout Rescue and Sanctuary, with help from Sweet Peace Farm Sanctuary, leapt into action.
—Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2026
Good Sprout Rescue and Sanctuary, with help from Sweet Peace Farm Sanctuary, leapt into action for the vulnerable birds.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2026
Onto Innovation — The maker of semiconductor process control equipment leapt more than 8% after preliminary first-quarter revenue handily beat Street estimates, and Stifel Financial upgraded Onto to buy from hold and raised its 12-month price target to $350.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leaped
Verb
-
Orlando’s defense caused problems early for Detroit when the Magic forced seven turnovers in the opening four minutes and jumped out to a 19-7 lead.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
-
Marist, which has scant returning experience from last year’s national powerhouse, jumped out to leads of 5-0 and 16-5 in the ninth game of the day against Glenbard West.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Karissa Waddick King Charles and Queen Camilla hopped off the plane at Joint Base Andrews Monday to party in the USA.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
-
The governor also brought his dog, Gia, who hopped off her chair and wandered under the bill-signing table to investigate the newcomers.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
29 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Leaped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leaped. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
