sprung
word · lemma: spring
Definition
Past participle of 'spring'. Means to have jumped, appeared suddenly, or originated from something. Also describes something with springs or that has become warped.
Usage & Nuances
Irregular verb: spring/sprang/sprung. 'Sprung' can be past tense in some dialects but standard English uses 'sprang'. Common phrases: 'sprung a leak' (started leaking), 'sprung a trap' (activated a trap), 'sprung from' (originated from). Slang: 'sprung on someone' means infatuated.
Example Sentences
The cat had sprung onto the table before I could stop it.
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A new café has sprung up on our street.
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The mattress is old and has sprung in the middle.
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Dozens of food trucks have sprung up around the city since the pandemic ended.
natural
The boat had sprung a leak, and water was pouring in fast.
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His love of music had sprung from listening to his grandmother play piano as a child.
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