leap forward crossword clue

 The most likely answer to the crossword clue "leap forward" is ADVANCE. An advance is a sudden and significant improvement or progression. It can be used in a variety of contexts, such as technology, science, and business. For example, a new technological advance could make computers faster or more efficient. A scientific advance could lead to new discoveries or medical breakthroughs. And a business advance could help a company to grow or expand its market share.

Other possible answers to the clue include:

BREAKTHROUGH

GAMBLE

LEAP

PROGRESS

SURGE

However, these are all less specific than ADVANCE, which is the most general term for a sudden and significant improvement.

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