springtime
Americannoun
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Also called: springtide. the season of spring
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the earliest, usually the most attractive, period of the existence of something
Etymology
Origin of springtime
Example Sentences
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A new week, a new month, and the same old issues, however, might start to erode the stock market’s springtime immunity.
From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026
At least that’s how Sarah Rubino of Los Angeles, a mother to two boys, is approaching the springtime holiday coming up this Sunday.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 2, 2026
Then in the spirit of springtime renewal, thought-provoking plays like “John Proctor Is the Villain” and “Fences” will leave audiences in contemplation before festive summer item “Boop! The Musical” swoops in to lift spirits.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 29, 2026
In the South in the springtime, “your cars and outdoor furniture can be covered in bright yellow,” says Molly, 44.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 7, 2026
“It’s bird springtime in the Catskills, snow and all.”
From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
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