Springs

American

[springz] / sprɪŋz /

noun

a city in S Transvaal, in the E Republic of South Africa, E of Johannesburg.

Springs British

/ sprɪŋz /

noun

a city in E South Africa: developed around a coal mine established in 1885 and later became a major world gold-mining centre, now with uranium extraction. Pop: 80 776 (2001)

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Harpenden Town Council said it released 200 water voles in the Upper River Lea, at Batford Springs, Hertfordshire.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Near Palm Springs, Calif., multimillion-dollar homes surround the Thermal Club’s members-only racetracks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

But on his way to the race, a minor road accident leaves Lightning stranded in Radiator Springs, a tiny town off Route 66 that’s seen better days.

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Earlier this week, more than a thousand fans dressed as Monroe in her famous white-pleated dress in Palm Springs, California, to pose next to an iconic statue of her wearing the same outfit.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Could Mr. Smiley’s musical saw be a genuine Wonder of Sassafras Springs?

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney

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