SPRING (FOR) Synonyms: 16 Similar and Opposite Words

spring (for)

verb

Definition of spring (for)

as in to pay

to give what is owed for offered to spring for dinner for the whole gang

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

repudiate

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While Walmart isn’t an official sponsor of the World Cup, either, taking advantage of the social media chatter helps the company glom onto the tournament without paying FIFA for the privilege – especially when attention spans are divided.

— Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
Cruise ship pay varies widely by job, but free housing, meals and other perks can significantly boost overall compensation.

— Nathan Diller, USA Today, 8 July 2026

Definition of pay

Verb

The foundation helped raise more than $200,000 to pay off school lunch debt for students, gave out turkeys to families during the holidays and provided resources to those impacted by gun violence.

— Tyler Quattrin, Twin Cities, 7 July 2026
Before any spend is approved, the team defines what must be true (economics, clinical proof, productivity) to pay off.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of pay off

Verb

The nine-bedroom property meets that tradition with more than 500 feet of frontage, a sandy beach, boathouse and the largest permanent in-water dock on the lake.

— Spencer Elliott, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Infinitely adjustable to meet all tastes and demands, from coarse to super fine seasoning.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026

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