Jump over a hurdle (4)

I believe the answer is:

leap

(Other definitions for leap that I've seen before include "Jump; type of year" , "Abrupt change; spring" , "Spring suddenly" , "Pounce" , "Jump across" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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