pounce (on)

Definition of pounce (on)next

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pounce (on)
Verb
  • The agreement calls for an immediate end to hostilities on all fronts, including Lebanon, and sets out expectations for the next phase of talks, which will tackle more challenging issues, mainly the future of Iran's nuclear program.
    Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 18 June 2026
  • Evoluto is limiting its run of coupes to 55 examples before the team tackles the open-air-spider version of the model.
    Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • In other social media videos, Fischer can be seen base jumping enthusiastically from sheer cliffs with only a parachute to break his fall.
    Matthew Kelly Updated June 15, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2026
  • His challenge will be to jump Samuel on the depth chart to become the first corner off the bench if Porter or Dean are injured.
    Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • Brianna and Kierianna Long now face several charges in connection with the May 30 incident, including assault with intent to murder, assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and assault with a dangerous weapon, according to local reports.
    Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
  • Police said the caller’s ex-boyfriend entered her house without permission and began assaulting her.
    Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
Verb
  • Vance, asked by a reporter about the criticism from the Israeli government, singled out Israeli Cabinet officials who have attacked the deal, saying Netanyahu has not shared the same opposition in the vice president's conversations with him.
    Joey Garrison, USA Today, 19 June 2026
  • After the good Samaritan got him off the woman, witnesses say the man wandered to produce and began attacking a 16-year-old boy, but Garbe had followed him.
    Joy Benedict, CBS News, 19 June 2026
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“Pounce (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pounce%20%28on%29. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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