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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Verb
  • Nobody complains about the way the health care industry forces us to pay high prices for low-quality service.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025
  • Tax revenues generated by the project are paying for the millions in infrastructure repair.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • But Home Depot’s deliberate and thoughtful approach to M&A has largely paid off over the long term, and should serve as a model to big companies in how to do successful dealmaking.
    Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2025
  • In the long run, this pays off with repeat business and reputation.
    Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • When looking to book the best hotels in Lisbon, you’re met with a myriad of enticing—albeit unconventional—options.
    Monica Mendal, Vogue, 1 July 2025
  • Catch a stunning fireworks display at Carowinds’ Star-Spangled Nights, where North and South Carolina meet.
    Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025
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“Spring (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spring%20%28for%29. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.

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