Have a spring in (one's) step In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "have a spring in (one's) step", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-11-10 04:11

Meaning of Have a spring in (one's) step

Have a spring in (one's) step informal verb phrase

Used to say that you move in a way that is happy and energetic 

Nancy has had a spring in her step since she was awarded the first prize in swimming competition.

She had a spring in her step as she received her boyfriend's proposal.

Other phrases about:

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To move in a slow and unconcerned manner.

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To go for a walk, especially when you have been sitting for a long time
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To walk in order to alleviate pain or anger, especially a leg or foot injury

wend (one's) way

To move or  somewhere slowly.

  

step inside

To go into a place.

Grammar and Usage of Have a spring in (one's) step

Verb Forms

  • to have a spring in (one's) step
  • had a spring in (one's) step
  • having a spring in (one's) step
  • has a spring in (one's) step

The verb "have" should be conjugated according to it tense.

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