sprang

[spræŋ]

sprang Definition

  • 1past tense of spring, to move suddenly and quickly in a particular direction
  • 2to arise or originate

Using sprang: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sprang" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The cat sprang onto the table.

  • Example

    He sprang out of bed when he heard the alarm.

  • Example

    The idea sprang from a conversation we had last night.

sprang Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sprang

Antonyms for sprang

Phrases with sprang

  • to become active or lively

    Example

    The party only really sprang to life after midnight.

  • to start doing something quickly and energetically

    Example

    When the fire alarm went off, the firefighters sprang into action.

  • to do something unexpected that surprises someone

    Example

    The team sprang a surprise by winning the game against the top-ranked team.

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Summary: sprang in Brief

The verb 'sprang' [spræŋ] is the past tense of 'spring,' meaning to move suddenly and quickly in a particular direction, or to arise or originate. Examples include 'The cat sprang onto the table' and 'The idea sprang from a conversation we had last night.' Phrases like 'spring to life' and 'spring into action' denote becoming active or starting something quickly.