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Recent Examples of lunge
Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024
His third-strike swing at Treinen’s sweeper was a futile lunge, and L.A. had preserved the margin.
—Nicholas Dawidoff, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
Madeline Coleman, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
The Taser didn't work, and Rosario continued to lunge at the guard with a knife, Bishop said.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Noun
Benefits of lunges: Strengthens multiple muscle groups for better lower-body power and endurance.
—Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 15 Nov. 2024
His third-strike swing at Treinen’s sweeper was a futile lunge, and L.A. had preserved the margin.
—Nicholas Dawidoff, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
Verb
The two came close over the subsequent laps as the Ferrari driver tried to lunge past, but Leclerc never could execute the move.
—Madeline Coleman, The Athletic, 23 Nov. 2024
The Taser didn't work, and Rosario continued to lunge at the guard with a knife, Bishop said.
—Claire Osborn, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lunge
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The jab passed vital scientific checks in June 2024.Shannon McDonagh, Newsweek, 13 Jan. 2025
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George Pickens, the Steelers wide receiver who has been very outspoken about his team’s performances in recent weeks, had one more jab for the offense.Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This thrilling film dives into risk tolerance and personal journeys, showcasing their relentless drive to push boundaries and embrace the wild, even in the face of danger.Forbes, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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When Adam turns up dead in their apartment one night police suspect teenage Ethan — and Chloe must dive into the women’s respective checkered pasts to prove his innocence.Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 16 Jan. 2025
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However, Dern and Ribas switched from kicks to punches within the first minute of the bout.Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
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Here’s everything to know about the case — and the circumstances surrounding the fatal punch that landed him a 20-year prison sentence.Emily Blackwood, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Dracula and Doctor Doom disrupt the moon’s orbit, plunging the city into eternal night and unleashing an army of vampiric creatures.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
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When his boss’ daughter goes missing, Levon’s mission to find her plunges him into a world of corruption.Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Lunge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lunge. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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