spring up
Example Sentences
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In the aftermath of fire, such grasses often spring up quickly and shade out native plants.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Violent Islamist organizations do indeed spring up from time to time.
From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026
He had vowed to boost new styles to 35% of the assortment by the spring, up from 23% currently.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025
Rare flowers spring up in Chilean desert after freak rains.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 9, 2025
A light rain begins to fall, not much more than mist, but several umbrellas spring up amongst the crowd.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
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