leap to (one's) feet

To quickly or abruptly assume a standing position. The kids leaped to their feet the moment I walked in the room, so I knew they were up to something bad. We all leapt to our feet to applaud the amazing performance.

See also: feet, leap, to

See also:

abortive action
up and
up and (do something)
up and about/doing
up and did
up and doing
up and leave, go, etc.
snap back
jump scare
chuck (something) over (something)

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