The children ran and jumped, trying to catch the kite.

Meaning: The children moved quickly on foot and moved quickly off the ground with both feet in an effort to catch the kite.

Choice of Words: Ran means to move quickly on foot. Jumped means to move quickly off the ground with both feet. Trying means to make an effort to do something.

Alternative Expressions

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