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lunge
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- pronunciation:
- luhnj
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
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noun |
| definition: |
a sudden movement toward something; thrust, leap, or dive.
Bill made a lunge for the escaping puppy.- synonyms:
- thrust
- similar words:
- plunge, pounce, rush
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| related words: |
thrust |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
lunges, lunging, lunged |
| definition: |
to move with a sudden forward motion, such as a dive, thrust, or leap.
He lunged for the ball and caught it.She lunged at the dragon with her sword.- similar words:
- charge, dive, jab, leap, plunge, pounce, rush
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| related words: |
snap, spring |
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