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to plunge into
[phrase form: plunge]
01
to start a particular activity or task with great enthusiasm or vigor
Examples
Wanting to make a difference, she plunged her efforts into community service.
Eager to master the subject, she plunged herself into intensive research.
02
to suddenly cause someone or something to experience a difficult or unpleasant situation
Examples
Her diagnosis plunged the family into despair.
The news plunged him into deep depression.
03
to suddenly find oneself in an unpleasant or challenging situation
Examples
After making the wrong investment, he plunged into debt.
The athlete, after the injury, plunged into a period of self-doubt.
