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pounces (on)

verb

present tense third-person singular of pounce (on)

as in jumps

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Can the linebackers make Year 2 jumps with support in front of them?

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
For a family of four with two working adults and two children, that number jumps to $247,936.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of jumps

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Inspired by this natural technique, the development tackles a fundamental challenge in aerial robotics.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
Featured Presentations Resident Evil Director Zach Cregger tackles the popular video-game franchise Resident Evil.

— Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of tackles

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Here, Rashford attacks the space behind Guehi, with Cunha positioning himself between the lines to complement the run which should stretch the defensive line, but Martinez doesn’t play the ball to either of them.

— Ahmed Walid, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
Ronald agrees to a quote that attacks Cooper for allowing violent criminals a second chance, when his son wouldn’t get one.

— Danielle Battaglia, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of attacks

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Anyone who assaults law enforcement will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

— Christina Fan, CBS News, 7 June 2026
Any passenger who assaults, threatens, intimidates or interferes with airline crew members can lead to penalties of up to $43,658 per violation, according to the FAA.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 3 May 2026

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