pounced

[US]/paʊnst/
[UK]/paʊnst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to suddenly attack or spring upon; to leap or spring forward; to perceive or notice quickly; to seize an opportunity to criticize or attack

Phrases & Collocations

pounced quickly

pounced on

pounced suddenly

pounced fiercely

pounced eagerly

pounced stealthily

pounced aggressively

pounced swiftly

pounced playfully

pounced unexpectedly

Example Sentences

the cat pounced on the unsuspecting mouse.

the dog pounced playfully on its owner.

she pounced at the opportunity to travel abroad.

the lion pounced on its prey with great speed.

he pounced on the chance to join the team.

the toddler pounced on the toy with excitement.

as soon as the door opened, the dog pounced out.

the athlete pounced on the ball during the game.

she pounced on the sale before it ended.

the child pounced on the ice cream cone eagerly.

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