leap out

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Definition
  1. Verb (intransitive):
    • To suddenly appear or emerge, often from a concealed place, in a surprising or startling manner.
    • To be very conspicuous or easily seen; to attract immediate attention.
Usage

The verb "leap out" is used to describe a sudden, often unexpected, appearance or a high degree of visibility. It does not take a direct object when used intransitively.

Examples
  • Sudden Appearance:
    • The cat leapt out from behind the sofa and scared me.
    • As we walked past the alley, a figure leapt out into the street.
  • High Noticeability:
    • The bright red error message leapt out from the screen.
    • Her name leapt out at me from the long list of applicants.
Advanced Usage
  • "leap out at (someone)": This phrasal construction is very common, especially for the meaning of being highly noticeable or making a sudden impression on a person's senses or mind.
    • The solution to the problem finally leapt out at me while I was showering. (Became suddenly apparent)
    • The spelling mistake leaps out at you as soon as you look at the page. (Is immediately obvious)
Variants and Related Words
  • Leap (verb): To jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force. This is the core action from which "leap out" is derived.
  • Jump out (verb): A very close synonym, often interchangeable with "leap out" for the meaning of sudden appearance.
Synonyms
  • For sudden appearance: burst forth, spring out, jump out, emerge suddenly.
  • For high noticeability: stand out, catch the eye, be conspicuous, be prominent.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Leap at (something): To accept an opportunity with eagerness.
    • She leapt at the chance to work abroad.
  • Leap in: To enter a situation or begin something quickly and enthusiastically.
    • Don't just leap in; think about the consequences first.
Related Idioms
  • Leap to mind: To be thought of immediately.
    • When I think of a reliable colleague, her name leaps to mind.
  • Leap to conclusions: To form a judgment hastily without having all the facts.
    • Don't leap to conclusions; let's hear his side of the story first.
Verb
  1. jump out from a hiding place and surprise (someone)
    • The attackers leapt out from the bushes
  2. be highly noticeable

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