pouncing

present participle of pounce

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for pouncing
Verb
  • Teams found a way to negate Forest’s counter-attacking style.
    Paul Taylor, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
  • And more so than most nights, the Bengals' offensive identity for a long first-half stretch seemed to hinge on attacking quick underneath routes to open up shots to Higgins -- or Chase -- on Moss.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Europe claimed a 14-1 victory for their fourth straight win in Boston, while Team World returned the favour two years later in Vancouver, romping to a 13-2 win.
    Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
  • But, new research reveals that — despite their vast difference in size — these marine mammals often enjoy playful interactions, much like a Great Dane romping with a Chihuahua.
    Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 13 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Contreras tagged Randy Rodriguez’s hanging slider in the bottom of the ninth, cavorting around the bases while his teammates spilled out of the home dugout.
    Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • With azure water lapping sandy beaches, lazy days spent frolicking in Lake Maggiore are a huge draw.
    Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 22 Sep. 2025
  • Looking to spend an upcoming weekend frolicking in a pumpkin patch, enjoying a hayride or gobbling up some homemade treats?
    Grace Tucker, Cincinnati Enquirer, 19 Sep. 2025
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“Pouncing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pouncing. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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