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spring up

1 of 1verb
/sprɪŋ ʌp/
Forms:springs up,springing up,sprang up,sprung up
1

to begin to exist very quickly

  • The idea sprang a new project up.
  • She sprang up a solution to the problem.
  • The city council sprang up a new park for the community.
  • Ideas can spring up during casual conversations.
Synonyms:
originategrowriseuprisearisedevelop
2

to appear suddenly and quickly

  • Technologies seem to spring up overnight in the fast-paced industry.
  • The new skyscraper will spring up in the city skyline.
  • New shops often spring up in busy areas.
  • Opportunities can spring up unexpectedly.
3

to quickly stand up or jump up

  • He sprang up from the chair when he heard the loud noise.
  • She sprang up from her seat when the teacher called her name.
  • The child sprang up excitedly when he saw the birthday cake.
  • I sprang up to answer the doorbell.
  • He sprang up in surprise as the fireworks went off.