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springing

[spring-ing] / ˈsprɪŋ ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
arising
Synonyms
STRONG
appearing deriving emanating emerging ensuing flowing following issuing originating proceeding resulting stemming
ADJECTIVE
jumping
Synonyms
STRONG
active animated beating bouncing bounding dynamic hopping hurdling irregular leaping pulsating quaking quivering shaking skipping throbbing trembling
WEAK
buoyant lively unsteady vibrant
Antonyms
STRONG
inactive
NOUN
emanation
Synonyms
STRONG
beginning derivation drainage effluence effluent efflux effusion ejaculation emission escape exhalation exudation flow flowing gush issuance issuing leakage oozing origin origination outflow proceeding radiation
WEAK
arising emerging outpour welling
Antonyms
STRONG
completion conclusion consequence effect end goal outcome outgrowth result termination
WEAK
taking withdrawal

Example Sentences

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Springing for a subscription will give you access to other top-flight European shows like “Spiral,” “The Killing” and “Paris Police 1900.”

From New York Times • Jun. 6, 2024

Springing out of nowhere, a couple of angels ran up to my window and explained they’ve paid for the food!

From Seattle Times • May 22, 2022

Springing into action with seconds to spare, Sherock and fellow officers Christopher Aboyte and Damien Castro wrenched the injured pilot from the cockpit of the plane and dragged him away from the tracks.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2022

Springing to its defence in the Daily Express, Admiral owner Bert Patrick was adamant.

From BBC • May 12, 2020

Springing down among his army, the Warlord waved the banner high overhead.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques