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Spring from

Definition:

(verb) To originate or arise from; to have its source or cause in something.

(phrase) To jump or leap from a place or object.

(phrase) To be released suddenly from a confined or constrained position.

Examples:

(verb)

1. The idea for the new invention sprang from a conversation among colleagues.
2. His anger seemed to spring from nowhere; we had no idea what had caused it.
3. Her strong determination to succeed springs from a difficult childhood.

(phrase)

1. The cat sprang from the tree and landed gracefully on the ground.
2. The acrobat perfectly executed a somersault, springing from one trapeze to another.
3. As the door opened, a clown sprang from the box, delighting the children at the party.

(phrase)

1. After being trapped for hours, the hiker finally managed to spring from the narrow crevice.
2. As soon as the handcuffs were unlocked, the suspect sprang from the interrogation chair.
3. The tightly wound spring suddenly sprang from the clock, causing it to stop ticking.

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