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as in sources
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 originates
to come into existence
when it comes to love and romance, hope springs eternally
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as in frees
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 springs
Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
That suspension relies on a pair of springs with two different rates.
—Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Learn more about Kentucky's early history at the park museum, and see active salt springs and the bison herd.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Bake until cake springs back when lightly touched, 10 to 11 minutes.
—Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
These are the types of stocks investors are hesitant to sell, or even eager to buy when the VIX springs to life.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
But for a couple of magical springs in Pittsburgh, Sullivan coached as well as anyone in franchise history.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Aspen groves are not as predominant here and hikers will find a wider array of colors due to the range of deciduous tree varieties fed by additional moisture from springs and creeks.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 10 Oct. 2025
In 2019, Florida springs attracted more than 4 million visitors.
—Christopher F. Meindl, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
Jared Weiss, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Male ratfish have a structure called a tenaculum, which is essentially a retractable rod tipped with a chandelier of teeth that springs out of their forehead to grip females during mating.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 8 Oct. 2025
Anywho, Brian isn’t the only one who springs into action.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Virgil van Dijk is the center-back who springs to mind when discussing Liverpool’s achievements in the modern era.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Noun
Lake Crescent, a deep, pristine lake that was carved by glaciers, is 30 minutes from the hot springs by car.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2025
That suspension relies on a pair of springs with two different rates.
—Tim Stevens, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Learn more about Kentucky's early history at the park museum, and see active salt springs and the bison herd.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Oct. 2025
Bake until cake springs back when lightly touched, 10 to 11 minutes.
—Ivy Odom, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
These are the types of stocks investors are hesitant to sell, or even eager to buy when the VIX springs to life.
—Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2025
But for a couple of magical springs in Pittsburgh, Sullivan coached as well as anyone in franchise history.
—Josh Yohe, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Aspen groves are not as predominant here and hikers will find a wider array of colors due to the range of deciduous tree varieties fed by additional moisture from springs and creeks.
—Roger Naylor, AZCentral.com, 10 Oct. 2025
In 2019, Florida springs attracted more than 4 million visitors.
—Christopher F. Meindl, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2025
Verb
When the Pacers shut that down, Harper immediately springs into action to get the ball instead.
—Jared Weiss, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025
Male ratfish have a structure called a tenaculum, which is essentially a retractable rod tipped with a chandelier of teeth that springs out of their forehead to grip females during mating.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 8 Oct. 2025
Anywho, Brian isn’t the only one who springs into action.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2025
Virgil van Dijk is the center-back who springs to mind when discussing Liverpool’s achievements in the modern era.
—Henry Flynn, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for springs
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Defensive leaps happen more easily and often than the other side of the ball in the NFL.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Eighteen years later, smartphones are vastly more powerful, but each new crop offers fewer dramatic leaps in performance and features.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
11 Oct. 2025
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During the formative phase of the infant American republic, when its survival was still problematic, iconic founders performed a valuable function as reliable sources of unquestioned wisdom, a veritable gallery of Delphic oracles available on demand.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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While federal grand juries operate in secrecy, any connection between their proceedings and political claims remains speculative unless confirmed by official sources.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Every word originates somewhere.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Oct. 2025
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If a storm originates in the North Atlantic, central North Pacific, or eastern North Pacific, it is classified as a hurricane.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
14 Oct. 2025
Verb
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With more than $100 million in funding, that jumps to 19%.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
28 Oct. 2025
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Lisa added that Ryder is incredibly athletic despite his disability and regularly climbs and jumps off things at home.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Taking advantage of vertical space in a garage not only helps keep things organized, but also frees up floor space and protects items from dirt, dust, pests like mice and rats, and moisture.—
Michelle Mastro,
Architectural Digest,
23 Oct. 2025
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Not having to practice kickoffs frees up more time to practice other aspects of the game.—
Alana Semuels,
Time,
20 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Griffin’s hops are considerable.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
25 Oct. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Happy Eternal Hoptimist coffee channels the spirit of hops with a bright, unexpected flavor profile.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the photos, Travis can be seen down on one knee as Swift cradles his face in the sweet moment.—
Natalia Senanayake,
PEOPLE,
3 Oct. 2025
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However, looking deep into these swirling cradles of planet formation has always been tricky.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Add in Daniels’ injuries, and the Commanders are likely on the outside looking in when the postseason starts.—
Jeff Howe,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Los Angeles' bullpen is the team's biggest weakness, and Snell is helping to cover it up by giving the Dodgers longer starts.—
Nelson Espinal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Springs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/springs. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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