to walk in a lively, energetic way because you are feeling happy or excited · to be visibly happy and optimistic
This expression is perfect for when someone is walking with a noticeable bounce or lightness, usually because they've received good news, achieved something great, or are just generally in an incredibly positive mood! 🎉 It's like their happiness is so big, it makes them literally skip or glide.
💡 **Visual Cue!** Imagine someone literally has a spring (like a bouncy coil) under their foot, making them walk with extra pep! This idiom perfectly describes that energetic, joyful gait. You might use it when someone gets a new job, passes an exam, or hears good news.
When would you most naturally use 'to have a spring in one's step'? A. When someone is dragging their feet after a long, tiring day. B. When someone is cheerfully walking quickly after getting a promotion. C. When someone is nervously pacing back and forth before an important interview.