Cat pounced, claws out, eyes fixed on prize.

Meaning: The cat jumped suddenly with its sharp nails out and its eyes focused on the bird it wanted to catch.

Choice of Words: Pounced means to jump or leap suddenly and forcefully. Claws are the sharp, curved nails on an animal's feet. Eyes are the organs of sight. Fixed means directed steadily or firmly. Prize means something desired or sought after.

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• Cat pounced, claws out, fish in sight.
• The cat pounced on the mouse, its claws sharp and ready.
• The cat pounced, claws outstretched.
• The fox pounced, its claws flashing in the sunlight.
• Eyes wide, claws out, hissing.
• The cat patiently waited, its eyes fixed on the mouse.
• Cat's ears twitch, body tense, eyes fixed on the bird.
• She listened attentively, her eyes fixed on the speaker.
• The dog followed closely, its eyes fixed on the mouse.
• A frog sat on a lily pad, its eyes fixed on a fly.