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as in originated
to come into existence
when it comes to love and romance, hope springs eternally
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as in released
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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Recent Examples of sprung
In its eagerness to bring other downtown projects to life, Miami has sprung a three-prong trap on itself that has ensnared the financial vitality of Bayfront Park.
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Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Now that spring has sprung, there is opportunity to explore the great outdoors.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
For many of us around the country, spring has not yet sprung despite the calendar date.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
Spring has sprung—and our feeds are filling up with the pearl nail polish ideas to prove it.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026
But tempos were fitting, the playing skilled and well sprung.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 22 Mar. 2026
Spring has sprung and with that comes the return of the yellow monster.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 20 Mar. 2026
His Federal Communications Commission chairman, Brendan Carr, sprung to attention, amplifying the president’s post and threatening broadcasters.
—Editorial Board, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2026
Spring has nearly sprung, and with the change of season, dancers are springing into action with a variety of upcoming concerts countywide.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 27 Mar. 2026
Now that spring has sprung, there is opportunity to explore the great outdoors.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 27 Mar. 2026
For many of us around the country, spring has not yet sprung despite the calendar date.
—Kate Kassin, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Mar. 2026
Spring has sprung—and our feeds are filling up with the pearl nail polish ideas to prove it.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 24 Mar. 2026
But tempos were fitting, the playing skilled and well sprung.
—Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 22 Mar. 2026
Spring has sprung and with that comes the return of the yellow monster.
—Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 20 Mar. 2026
His Federal Communications Commission chairman, Brendan Carr, sprung to attention, amplifying the president’s post and threatening broadcasters.
—Editorial Board, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2026
Spring has nearly sprung, and with the change of season, dancers are springing into action with a variety of upcoming concerts countywide.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprung
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In addition to her previous Broadway runs, Levesque originated the role of Tess in Working Girl at La Jolla Playhouse.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Mar. 2026
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The story originated internally at Kuku, with the project framed as the opening move in what the company intends to be a growing theatrical slate.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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The world of dance has leapt long in fashion’s collective imagination—but the reign of the ballet flat may, finally, be twirling off.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
28 Mar. 2026
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However, Jackson Merrill leaped and robbed McGonigle of his first home run.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Estimates broken down by city are expected to be released in May.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
30 Mar. 2026
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Details on what led to the crash or the extent of Schwabe’s injuries have not been released.—
Sofia Saric,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Carolyn Hax started her Washington Post advice column in 1997, after five years on the Style desk and none as a therapist.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
3 Apr. 2026
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The match started 90 minutes late due to rain over Hard Rock Stadium.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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But at the start of this year, Brvenik’s monthly premium jumped to nearly $142 after the credits expired.—
Max Klaver,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Brent crude, the international benchmark, has jumped more than 50% since the start of March, surpassing the previous record of 46% during Saddam Hussein's 1990 invasion of Kuwait.—
NPR Staff,
NPR,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Firefighters rescued a dog from a 12-foot deep sinkhole in Falmouth, Massachusetts.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Officials said 57 soldiers were rescued alive from the crash site in the remote municipality of Puerto Leguizamo and were being treated for their injuries in the capital Bogota and elsewhere.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Would these values and institutions have arisen without Christianity?—
Big Think,
Big Think,
26 Mar. 2026
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One area of concern that has arisen, however, is the agenda packets for county meetings.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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Doncic nailed a step-back three from the top of the key, held his follow through and hopped backwards on one leg.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Mar. 2026
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Celebrities and athletes have hopped on the trend — with NFL star Aaron Rodgers even attending a few psychedelic retreats in South America and Costa Rica.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Sprung.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprung. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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