plunge in

Start without hesitation

To plunge in is to begin something abruptly and wholeheartedly, without hesitation or gradual preparation.

The image is of diving into water rather than wading: She didn't wait for instructions—she just plunged in.

Often implies boldness or impatience: He plunged in before reading the manual.

Related

throw caution · explore · dedicate · leap · engage · risk · commit · invest · embark · embrace · undertake · tackle · headfirst · feet first · pool · get stuck in · risk-taking · jump

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Opposites
manner of entry or beginning

plunge inease in

Enter or begin gradually

test the waters · take it slow · inch forward · tread carefully · edge in

engagement vs. disengagement

plunge inback out

Withdraw from commitment

pull back · withdraw · hold off · sit out · abstain

commitment/hesitation

plunge inhold back

Prevent forward movement

hesitate · hang back · balk · waver · dither

Family

plunge, plunger, plunged, plunging, plunges, plungers

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Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G