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to plunge
01
tuffarsi
to suddenly move or cause someone or something move downward, forward, or into something
Intransitive: to plunge | to plunge somewhere
Example
The cliff diver gathered his courage and took a deep breath before plunging into the water.
Startled by a loud noise, the cat plunged off the windowsill and landed on its feet.
As the roller coaster reached its peak, it suddenly plunged down the steep descent.
02
tuffare, immergere
to immerse or submerge something rapidly and forcefully into a liquid
Transitive: to plunge sth into a liquid
Example
To cool down the overheated engine, the mechanic decided to plunge it into a barrel of cold water.
The chef had to plunge the vegetables into boiling water for a brief moment.
The adventurer decided to plunge his sore muscles into the icy river to soothe the pain.
03
tuffarsi
(of prices, values, temperature, etc.) to suddenly decrease in a significant amount
Intransitive
Example
As winter set in, the temperature plunged overnight, bringing an unexpected frost.
The housing market experienced a downturn, causing property values to plunge across the city.
After the company reported disappointing earnings, the stock prices plunged.
04
tuffare, spingere
to push or thrust something quickly and forcefully
Transitive: to plunge into sth
Example
In a moment of desperation, she plunged the key into the lock and turned it, hoping to escape the room.
The firefighter courageously plunged the fire hose into the heart of the blazing building.
The cat plunged its paw into the fishbowl, trying to catch the elusive goldfish.
05
gettarsi, lanciarsi
to impulsively and enthusiastically begin or undertake a speech or course of action
Transitive: to plunge into an activity
Example
Inspired by the moment, the passionate speaker plunged into a heartfelt speech.
Not one to hesitate, she plunged headlong into the challenging project.
Motivated by the opportunity, the entrepreneur decided to plunge into a new business venture.
Plunge
01
tuffo, salto
a deliberate and forceful dive or jump into the water
What is a "plunge"?
A plunge is a quick, deep dive or jump into water. It usually refers to a sudden or dramatic entry, where a person leaps or falls into the water from a height, such as from a diving board or a ledge. The action is typically done for excitement, sport, or as part of an activity like diving. Plunging requires some courage and often a good sense of timing, as the person must enter the water with control to avoid injury. It is a common part of activities such as diving, swimming, or cliff diving.
Example
He took a refreshing plunge into the cool water after a long run.
Plunges off the diving board require skill and confidence.
The swimming competition started with a graceful plunge from the starting blocks.
02
salto
an abrupt decrease in something's value or amount
