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as in to dip
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
prices for those televisions have really plunged since they were first introduced
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as in to fall
to lead or extend downward
a stairway plunging into darkness
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as in drop
the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude
an overnight plunge in temperature sent the thermometer to below the freezing mark
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Recent Examples of plunge
Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The main channel seen in the images measures about 6 miles (10 kilometers) wide and plunges roughly 1,640 feet (500 meters) deep.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 15 May 2026
Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Between scheduled activities, guests have access to an infrared sauna, an outdoor heated pool, a jacuzzi and cold plunges.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
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Verb
The biggest and best development to come from that 2022 deadline purge was Verbeek’s willingess to plunge them into the depths of the NHL standings for the chance at huge future rewards.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
The main channel seen in the images measures about 6 miles (10 kilometers) wide and plunges roughly 1,640 feet (500 meters) deep.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 15 May 2026
Noun
Photos show features a tennis court, a spa with hot and cold plunge pools, a sauna, massage suites and a salon.
—Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Between scheduled activities, guests have access to an infrared sauna, an outdoor heated pool, a jacuzzi and cold plunges.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunge
Verb
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Still, a film set differs from a theater production, so Harris dove into studying how to most effectively translate her vision for the screen.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
IndieWire,
16 May 2026
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Best of all, families can dive into these new experiences together without interruptions from ads or in-app purchases.—
Ewan Spence,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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Others are dipping into savings, taking on side gigs or cutting essentials to offset expenses.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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This might look like doing lunges while taking a work break or chair dips while dinner is cooking.—
Malissa Rodenburg,
Health,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Only two were earned, but they were all deserved after Rodón fell apart in the third frame.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2026
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Chelsea’s squad demographic falls somewhere in between but is probably closer to the former than the latter, and a football legend with his resume should not encounter the authority problems faced by owner BlueCo’s previous hires.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
Noun
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Francis took some punishment from Navarro – a few shots from a baseball bat and a drop kick with a trash can.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 May 2026
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Daniella Segura Click the link below for the USA TODAY Network's California June primary voter guide — registration deadline, ballot drop boxes, early voting, and how to track your ballot through Election Day.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Global markets tumbled and oil prices rose Monday, with the international benchmark Brent crude oil around $110 per barrel.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
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Time has slipped away as the launch team has encountered more issues; winter tumbled into spring, and now summer is mere weeks away.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 May 2026
Verb
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The world of The White Lotus Season 4 also descended on Tetou, making the two-hour pilgrimage from their set in Saint-Tropez to Cannes on their only day off just in time for dinner.—
Clara Molot,
Vanity Fair,
17 May 2026
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Eventually, several crew members descended downward from the helicopter on ropes, retrieved the hiker and hoisted him back up.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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These and others make a katabasis, a descent to death.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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The column got mostly positive reactions — well, except from media outlets that are cheering on our descent into authoritarianism.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
18 May 2026
Verb
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McGrail says Janet declined and put an end to the evening.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Schoenbrun’s third feature, Teenage Sex & Death at Camp Miasma stars Einbinder as an enthusiastic young director who is tasked with resurrecting the Camp Miasma slasher franchise after years of subpar sequels and declining fandom.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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“Plunge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plunge. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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