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as in falls
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 descends
to lead or extend downward
a stairway plunging into darkness
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as in tumbles
an act or instance of diving
the Olympic diver took a well-executed plunge off the diving board
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as in drops
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 plunges
Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 23 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
If earlier American Football records hinted at adult disillusionment, LP4 plunges cannon ball-style into it.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 May 2026
Ernaux’s signature method of resisting interpretation and incarnating the past plunges us into this girl’s experience.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
Architectonics takes this murky style and plunges it to a new deep, incorporating the bronze gong and chime sounds of gamelan while burying his rhythms in dense, dubby layers of incense smoke.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 13 Apr. 2026
As the capsule plunges through the atmosphere, a communications blackout is anticipated as plasma builds up around the spacecraft and causes interference.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
The Guardians must protect the Legendary Silver Crystal when a battle erupts with a mysterious enemy during the Celestial Ball and plunges the Moon Palace into chaos.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
All eyes will be on Orion’s heat shield as the capsule plunges through the atmosphere.
—Marcia Dunn, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Two weeks later, Colin Farrell returns as Los Angeles private detective John Sugar in Sugar Season 2, which continues in the aftermath of Season 1's explosive finale and plunges deeper into a citywide conspiracy.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Hosted by Daybreaker, the global sober dance and social wellness community, and fashion brand Paraiso, Heatwave will transform the iconic waterfront destination into a late-night party with immersive music and dance in sauna and steam-room environments, cold plunges and poolside gatherings.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2026
Brecka, who is not a doctor, put White on a regimen of supplements, cold plunges, IV drips, and red-light therapy that has left him feeling leaner, more energized, and no longer suffering from sleep apnea.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 26 May 2026
The foundation’s Maine retreats focus on seaside healing through beach walks, ocean cold plunges, labyrinth ceremonies, hiking and daily guided movement.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Cold plunges, red light beds, NAD+ drips, stem cell shots and peptide injections have moved from elite wellness clinics into mainstream conversation, fueled by celebrities who swear by them.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
The retreat also features sound healing temples, sunset BBQs, fire ceremonies, saunas and cold plunges.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 16 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
Verb
The jump plunges 364ft towards the Zambezi River below.
—Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 23 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
If earlier American Football records hinted at adult disillusionment, LP4 plunges cannon ball-style into it.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 May 2026
Ernaux’s signature method of resisting interpretation and incarnating the past plunges us into this girl’s experience.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
Architectonics takes this murky style and plunges it to a new deep, incorporating the bronze gong and chime sounds of gamelan while burying his rhythms in dense, dubby layers of incense smoke.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 13 Apr. 2026
As the capsule plunges through the atmosphere, a communications blackout is anticipated as plasma builds up around the spacecraft and causes interference.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
The Guardians must protect the Legendary Silver Crystal when a battle erupts with a mysterious enemy during the Celestial Ball and plunges the Moon Palace into chaos.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
All eyes will be on Orion’s heat shield as the capsule plunges through the atmosphere.
—Marcia Dunn, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
There are hot and cold plunges as well as an indoor pool, too.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
Two weeks later, Colin Farrell returns as Los Angeles private detective John Sugar in Sugar Season 2, which continues in the aftermath of Season 1's explosive finale and plunges deeper into a citywide conspiracy.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Hosted by Daybreaker, the global sober dance and social wellness community, and fashion brand Paraiso, Heatwave will transform the iconic waterfront destination into a late-night party with immersive music and dance in sauna and steam-room environments, cold plunges and poolside gatherings.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 27 May 2026
Brecka, who is not a doctor, put White on a regimen of supplements, cold plunges, IV drips, and red-light therapy that has left him feeling leaner, more energized, and no longer suffering from sleep apnea.
—Sean Gregory, Time, 26 May 2026
The foundation’s Maine retreats focus on seaside healing through beach walks, ocean cold plunges, labyrinth ceremonies, hiking and daily guided movement.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2026
Cold plunges, red light beds, NAD+ drips, stem cell shots and peptide injections have moved from elite wellness clinics into mainstream conversation, fueled by celebrities who swear by them.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
The retreat also features sound healing temples, sunset BBQs, fire ceremonies, saunas and cold plunges.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 16 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunges
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Our in-depth voter guide dives into the candidates, their positions, fundraising and endorsement.—
Times staff,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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And Pagano Pagano and Psycho Clown continued the theme of abrupt openings with stereo suicide dives on the challengers.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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No two film or TV shoots are alike, as each director and team of department heads have to find their own unique rhythm that falls somewhere on a spectrum between meticulous storyboarding and completely improvising on set.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
6 June 2026
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For elderly patients, prolonged stays in hallways increase the risks of delirium, falls, sleep deprivation, loss of dignity, and prolonged recovery.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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Rue descends into crime, working with Nazis, the feds, and a Black cowboy in a drug plot that stems from her adolescent foibles with monotone drug dealer Laurie (Martha Kelly).—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
29 May 2026
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With trust eroding, dangerous new allies entering the fold, and the FBI escalating its pressure, the compound descends further into chaos — all building toward a shocking and unforgettable confrontation.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
26 May 2026
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After a number of tumbles through the incoming crashing waves, Phan grabbed ahold of the shark's tail and fearlessly guided it back into the ocean, prompting cheers from onlookers.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Beneath the twists and tumbles of its plot, Reddick’s play is concerned with the people and communities that never profit when power seeks to increase itself — children, poor folks, Black folks.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The latter is no small feat because supersonic speed dramatically changes the aerodynamics of an aircraft, making missile launches or bomb drops extremely difficult, to put it mildly.—
David Szondy
June 04,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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Some rate drops are slowing, including the nights of four of seven matches at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
Verb
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As the sun dips below the horizon, the air cools, and the stars become the main attraction.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling, says Hilton could see a boost come Election Day on Tuesday if support for fellow Republican Chad Bianco dips.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
30 May 2026
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Higher education experts predict fiercer competition among colleges trying to attract students from a smaller cohort, as well as potential enrollment declines that could rock an institution’s bottom line.—
Elizabeth Hernandez,
Denver Post,
31 May 2026
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During Disney’s most recent quarterly report in early May, the company’s entertainment segment reported that streaming revenue offset declines in both linear affiliate fees and advertising.—
Lillian Rizzo,
CNBC,
31 May 2026
Verb
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As the temperatures climb higher and higher, our desire to cook often plummets in the opposite direction.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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But conditions in the global oil market are set to worsen in the next few weeks, Morgan Stanley analysts warned, as the rate of releases from global strategic reserves plummets to less than a third of current levels.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
28 May 2026
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“Plunges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plunges. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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