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as in source
a point or place at which something is invented or provided
the springs of this time-honored tradition run too deep to allow for easy explanation
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as in to start
to come into existence
when it comes to love and romance, hope springs eternally
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as in to release
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
had to spend a night in jail until their lawyer could come to spring them
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as in to surface
to come to one's attention especially gradually or unexpectedly
a new issue sprang up at yesterday's meeting of the school board
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Recent Examples of spring
Audrey Noble, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025
In elections earlier that spring, the KKK had won a majority of the city council seats in La Habra and Brea, and four out of five in Anaheim.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2025
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2025
In the worst cases, the groups have sprung to action in times of crisis.
—Claretta Bellamy, NBC News, 3 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The spring season can serve as the perfect time to start anew with a new hair color—and this season's trending spring hair colors are proving to be some of the most exciting shades yet.
—Audrey Noble, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025
In elections earlier that spring, the KKK had won a majority of the city council seats in La Habra and Brea, and four out of five in Anaheim.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2025
Verb
Lancaster’s Darren is like a coiled snake, ready to spring at the most unexpected moments.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2025
In the worst cases, the groups have sprung to action in times of crisis.
—Claretta Bellamy, NBC News, 3 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spring
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Now the actress is taking a dramatic leap by starring in Hulu’s new limited series Good American Family (premiering March 19), which takes on the twisted, true-crime story of Natalia Grace.—
Julie Jordan,
People.com,
26 Feb. 2025
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Bowman Chrome 1st Auto PSA 10 — $250.00 If there was ever an opportunity for the Atlanta Braves outfielder to take a leap on the field and in the card market, now seems like the time.—
Larry Holder,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Our fact-check sources Matt Reagan, Feb. 20, Phone interview with USA TODAY Thank you for supporting our journalism.—
Kate S. Petersen,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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By addressing waste at its source and implementing preventive strategies, businesses can not only protect margins but also contribute to a more sustainable and equitable food system.—
Guy Yehiav,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Universities offer great education, but many fall short of helping students make the jump into the workforce.—
Botir Nasridinov,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Since making the jump from beauty influencer to reggaeton mexa baddie, 23-year-old Mua is now running the scene.—
Lucas Villa,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2025
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Imagine visitors from around the world paying tribute to the cradle of civilization, enjoying all of Syria's majestic nature and history in safety and security.—
Tom Rogers,
Newsweek,
21 Feb. 2025
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His lightning-quick, single-leg takedown went right into a cradle.—
Kevin J. Farmer,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Feb. 2025
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Needless to say, this creates security concerns and leaves businesses with no control over their connectivity—data traffic routes, network hops, performance and latency are simply left to chance.—
Ivo Ivanov,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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Beyond malt, hops, yeast and water, aluminum is a key ingredient in the manufacturing process, used to make the cans for most of the craft beer sold at retail.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Upscale features The upscale home’s perks start with a park-like front yard, where a peaceful pond and bridge, grassy areas and a stunning fountain make for a great spot for outdoor picnics — without ever leaving home.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
22 Feb. 2025
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Before a recent game, Harden sat at his locker and looked over at Hyland who had his braided hair in a ponytail on top of his head, spraying out like a fountain.—
Janis Carr,
Orange County Register,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Premier League also suspended its six-year deal with Match TV, a Russian broadcaster, that was due to start at the beginning of the 2022-23 season.—
Dan Sheldon,
The Athletic,
23 Feb. 2025
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The pipeline that fed Austria through Ukraine and Slovakia stopped flowing at the beginning of this year.—
Stanley Reed,
New York Times,
23 Feb. 2025
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The eight-episode season is an origin story for the titular king, beginning with a flash forward to his showdown with Goliath (Martyn Ford) before rewinding to his days as a humble shepherd.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2025
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Available in a Jasmine Woods scent or fragrance-free, it’s made with 100% natural origin ingredients, including rich botanical oils like argan, hibiscus seed and macadamia seed oils.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Spring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spring. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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