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verb

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb spring differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of spring are arise, derive, emanate, flow, issue, originate, proceed, rise, and stem. While all these words mean "to come up or out of something into existence," spring implies rapid or sudden emerging.

an idea that springs to mind

How do arise and rise relate to one another, in the sense of spring?

Arise and rise may both convey the fact of coming into existence or notice but rise often stresses gradual growth or ascent.

new questions have arisen
slowly rose to prominence

When is it sensible to use derive instead of spring?

In some situations, the words derive and spring are roughly equivalent. However, derive implies a prior existence in another form.

the holiday derives from an ancient Roman feast

Where would emanate be a reasonable alternative to spring?

While in some cases nearly identical to spring, emanate applies to the coming of something immaterial (such as a thought) from a source.

reports emanating from the capital

How are the words flow and spring related?

Flow adds to spring a suggestion of abundance or ease of inception.

words flowed easily from her pen

When might issue be a better fit than spring?

Although the words issue and spring have much in common, issue suggests emerging from confinement through an outlet.

blood issued from the cut

When would originate be a good substitute for spring?

The meanings of originate and spring largely overlap; however, originate implies a definite source or starting point.

the fire originated in the basement

When could proceed be used to replace spring?

The synonyms proceed and spring are sometimes interchangeable, but proceed stresses place of origin, derivation, parentage, or logical cause.

advice that proceeds from the best of intentions

In what contexts can stem take the place of spring?

While the synonyms stem and spring are close in meaning, stem implies originating by dividing or branching off from something as an outgrowth or subordinate development.

industries stemming from space research

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of spring
Noun
Adopt the trend this spring and summer by going for light, airy fabrics that pair well with a white tank, a tube, or a low-cut top. Marilú Almaguer, Glamour, 2 Apr. 2025 Our go-to destination for cute spring dresses is Amazon’s fashion store, which is stocked with tons of trendy options including sundresses, maxi dresses, and classic floral styles for under $30. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
Charlotte has come out of hibernation, and with it, festival season has sprung. Driving the news: No Man's Land, a festival celebrating women and women entrepreneurs, is taking place along Camden Road in South End from 11am-5pm today. Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 22 Mar. 2025 Spring has officially sprung — and the weekend will be seasonally breezy and balmy before a few Sunday night sprinkles. Mary Carole McCauley, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for spring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spring
Noun
  • This article was originally published on March 20 Google Gemini: An Inevitable Upgrade Gemini represents a giant leap forward in capability compared to Google Assistant.
    Paul Monckton, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • To that end, Justin Yim, who co-authored the paper on jumping robots that appeared in Science Robotics, is developing a one-legged bot that could survey Enceladus, a moon of Saturn, where a single leap could carry the little machine the length of a football field.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Creating a carbon copy of the original could attract criticism for being lazy and superfluous whereas straying too far from the source material could alienate fans.
    Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Staff members at the U.S. Institute of Peace were informed they were terminated effective immediately on Friday, five sources familiar with the situation told CBS News.
    Kathryn Watson, CBS News, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Spencer Torkelson, who was rumored to start the season at Triple-A, homered in the top of the seventh to draw Detroit within one run.
    Dan Freedman, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Nobody talks, nobody starts telling these kids at 12 and 13, respect.
    Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The stock jumped 22% to S$0.335 in Friday morning trading in Singapore, heading for its highest close since March 2018.
    Yessar Rosendar, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The average transaction price quickly rose, jumping 17% for new vehicles between January and December of that year according to Edmunds’ data.
    Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • The pope had previously only been seen once during his lengthy hospital stay when the Vatican released a photograph of Francis praying at the hospital’s chapel.
    Christopher Lamb, CNN, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Most of the captives have been released in ceasefire agreements or other deals, but Israeli forces rescued eight alive and recovered dozens of bodies.
    Landon Mion, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Straw-colored and exuberantly carbonated, this Love showcases fruity hops in the forefront, giving way to biscuity malts as the beer warms.
    Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The renowned turntablist will spin while a live band performs with a non-stop list of hip hop, pop and R&B acts.
    Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 20 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The Steelers' six Super Bowl titles, and the region's reputation as a cradle for Hall of Famers, have been built on franchise QBs.
    Ryan Deto, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Within a few paces is the entrance to Highbury Square, the apartment complex constructed on the footprint that was once the sacred cradle of Arsenal.
    Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Verb
  • Desir had won 24 consecutive matches to begin the season.
    Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
  • Angels in the Asylum was able to begin production with funding from other investors, while Sorrenti and Greenwood also put cash into the project.
    Jake Kanter, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2025

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“Spring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spring. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.

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