1. past tense of spring; moved suddenly upward or forward
2. past tense of spring; appeared or developed suddenly
3. past tense of spring; caused to operate suddenly

Examples

• The cat sprang onto the table.
• She sprang to her feet when she heard the news.
• A new idea sprang to mind.
• Weeds sprang up in the garden after the rain.
• He sprang the trap on the unsuspecting mouse.
• The door sprang open with a loud creak.
• Tears sprang to her eyes.