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springing

[spring-ing] / ˈsprɪŋ ɪŋ /




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The new technology is inspired by resurrection plants, which dry out and appear dead during a drought, before springing back to life when it rains.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

The movement has spread beyond the capital, with smaller demonstrations springing up Wednesday in major cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru and Patna.

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

Communities have lashed out at data centers springing up across the country, fueling an anti-AI movement.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

But the more unavailable your manager is, the less likely they will be looking for you — or springing a last-minute assignment on you.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

He took his wand with which he could charm men’s eyes to slumber, and springing into the air he flew down to sea-level.

From "Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes" by Edith Hamilton




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