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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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Recent Examples of spring
Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
For retired dentist Kit Sullivan, this philosophy translates to the tulips, peonies, larkspurs, and Virginia bluebells that fill her Richmond garden each spring.
—Brennan Long, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 30 Dec. 2025
As Barnes raced up the field to try and outrun his defender, McAlister flew in to deliver the final block that sprung Barnes loose and broke the game open.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Dec. 2025
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Noun
Add classic neutrals to your rotation like navy, dark gray, and black — or grab colors like light coffee or pink to brighten up your wardrobe for spring.
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These debuts signaled a region springing back to life in majestic, destination-worthy fashion.
—Recent Examples of Synonyms for spring
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The boy quickly ascends the interior staircase, rushes into the corridor and clears the steps to the garret in three leaps.—
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Last year, Colorado made the leap to the Big 12 Conference.—
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Hoyer plans to formally announce his retirement in a speech on the House floor Thursday morning, the source said.—
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The source claims the couple don't spend much time together otherwise, beyond their joint public appearances.—
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Amazon quietly discounted dozens of top picks from Stewart’s collection, including Dutch ovens, knife sets, oven mitts, and more, with prices starting at just $8 and discounts going for up to 60 percent off.—
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The second-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft wasn’t the Saints’ guy to start the season.—
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That’s why the team turned to look into how these insects transition between jumping, flapping, and gliding.—
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The new season of Prime Video's high-octane thriller jumps eight years ahead of the explosive Season 1 finale with Pine running a quiet surveillance unit in London under the alias Alex Goodwin, a low-level MI6 officer.—
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Yet again, Netflix has released a Harlan Coben adaptation on New Year’s Day—and again it’s written by Danny Brocklehurst (Fool Me Once).—
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The sateen weave strikes the perfect balance for fall—breathable enough to release pesky heat and moisture, yet cozy and smooth enough to snuggle into on cooler nights.—
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The Atlanta hip hop duo also attracted an all-star group of musicians to the stage to perform their tribute.—
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Fans can arrive at Lot 70 (Seminole Hard Rock Hotel) or Lot 95 (Golden Glades Parking Garage) and hop on the shuttle for direct access to and from the stadium.—
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Since the program’s launch in 2022, more than 1 million newborns have been enrolled, representing an $89 million public investment in California’s commitment to cradle-to-career success.—
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The same technology’s feasibility should also be assessed under different climate zones, and full life cycle assessments (cradle-to-grave) of GS are a necessity for a better understanding of the technology’s merits and limits, researchers noted.—
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On the plane, Dick clutches the slingshot and begins sweating and muttering to himself before becoming unresponsive.—
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Numerous reports and videos of thundersnow in downtown Chicago began to roll in after midnight local time.—
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“Spring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spring. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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