spring a leak

Examples (10)

• The pipe has sprung a leak.
• If the boat springs a leak, we'll need to use the pump.
• We must act quickly if the roof springs a leak during the storm.
• Suddenly, the old washing machine sprang a leak, flooding the kitchen.
• The submarine's hull was compromised, causing it to spring a leak.
• Maintenance checked for any signs of the new plumbing springing a leak.
• Be careful with that old bucket; it might spring a leak when filled.
• They worked tirelessly to prevent the oil tank from springing a leak.
• After years of use, the faucet inevitably sprang a leak.
• A tiny puncture can cause a tire to spring a leak quickly.