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
If these past friction points are addressed, an entire ecosystem will spring up from these new services.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 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
After a while William went disconsolately back to the Bear Flag and through the window he saw the conversation spring up again and it saddened him.
From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck
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