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Spring a leak

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Literal MeaningPlay
Most directly refers to physical containers or systems leaking liquids or gases. SlideThe inflatable pool sprung a leak after it was punctured.
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Urgency ImplicationPlay
Implies an unexpected problem that needs immediate attention. SlideWe must fix the radiator that sprung a leak before the workshop floods.
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Used to highlight that something is not functioning correctly. SlideThe new pipeline has already sprung a leak.
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