plunge into

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

Meaning · English

A partial synonym of plunge in.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Before asking the reader to plunge into the subject of linear models I shall, in accordance with a sensible custom, attempt in the few pages which follow to give some idea of what this subject is.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “plunge into” mean?

A partial synonym of plunge in.

Is “plunge into” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.