quantum leap
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quantum leap (plural quantum leaps)
- (physics) The discontinuous change of the state of an electron in an atom or molecule from one energy level to another.
- (metaphorical) An abrupt change.
- 2001, Helene Ciaravino, How to Pray: Tapping Into the Power of Divine Communication, page 33,
- In the end, perhaps the practice of prayer effects a quantum leap of its own kind. It takes us, spontaneously and unexplainably, into the realm of spiritual energy.
- 2010, Dan Wilson, Supernatural Marriage: The Joy of Spirit-Led Intimacy, page 187,
- The addition of power from God through connectedness with the Holy Spirit results in a quantum leap in our ability to accomplish the will of God in our daily lives.
- 2010, December 18, Tim Stevenson, Opinion: Letters, in New Scientist,
- However, if we reject any theory that falls short of this ideal, science will have to progress in quantum leaps, each with infinitesimal probability.
- 2001, Helene Ciaravino, How to Pray: Tapping Into the Power of Divine Communication, page 33,
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electron's state of change
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abrupt change
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