spring a leak (EN)

phrasal verb

phrasal verb “spring a leak”

1. (of a vessel or container) to suddenly begin leaking
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   The old ship sprang a leak during the storm, forcing the crew to evacuate.
2. (figurative) to start releasing secret information
   The company's plans for the new product sprang a leak and spread across social media.