pounce
UK/pauns/US
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Definitions
v.
To jump or swoop suddenly on prey or a target; to take quick advantage of something
猛扑，突袭；迅速抓住机会
n.
A sudden leap or swoop to attack or seize something
猛扑，突袭
Root Breakdown
Loanwordpounceother
=pounce
Common Collocations
- 1.pounce on an opportunity抓住机会
- 2.ready to pounce随时准备出击
- 3.pounce on a mistake抓住错误不放
- 4.[pounce like a cat]像猫一样猛扑
Example Sentences
- 1.
The cat crouched low before pouncing on the unsuspecting mouse.
- 2.
She was ready to pounce on any opportunity to advance her career.
- 3.
The journalist pounced on the politician's slip of the tongue.