Spring Upon

B1 8+

Synonyms of spring upon

Antonyms of spring upon

Collocations of spring upon

surprise attack
Frequency: 80 %

The enemy decided to spring upon them with a surprise attack.

unexpected news
Frequency: 70 %

The company's CEO sprung upon the employees with unexpected news about layoffs.

sudden realization
Frequency: 60 %

The truth of the situation sprung upon her with a sudden realization.

unforeseen consequences
Frequency: 50 %

Their reckless actions sprung upon them with unforeseen consequences.

unexpected visitor
Frequency: 45 %

She sprung upon her friend with an unexpected visitor from out of town.

Idiomatic Expressions for spring upon

  • Phrase: spring upon an opportunity
    Meaning: to take advantage of a sudden opportunity
    Usage: She sprang upon the chance to study abroad when it presented itself.