1
as in diving
to cast oneself head first into deep water
she took a deep breath and plunged from the side of the pool
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2
as in falling
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
prices for those televisions have really plunged since they were first introduced
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3
as in descending
to lead or extend downward
a stairway plunging into darkness
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Recent Examples of plunging
Trump’s move to shutter the building for two years starting in July, which was approved by the board last month, has spurred lawsuits and an outcry that the closure is merely a response to plunging sales as artists canceled Kennedy Center performances in droves.
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Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
In February, a mix of snow and road salt seeped into underground electrical equipment, plunging more than 5,000 of our constituents in Park Slope, Boerum Hill, Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy, and Bushwick into darkness.
—Shahana Hanif, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026
Isolated, he is confronted with a series of mysterious crimes that shatter the fragile order of his court, plunging the fortress into fear and suspicion.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) is in a bear market, after plunging more than 30% from its high last September.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, April 12, Kylie took to Instagram to share photos from her time during Coachella weekend one, sporting a skimpy sheer lace bra top with a plunging neckline and long sleeves.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
This created a conglomeration of steep cliffs, ledges, and stair-step walls— many plunging over 1,400 feet from rim to creek.
—Anthony Fredericks, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Near-term commercial Starship launches are already contracted at about $90 million, with long-term targets plunging to $2-10 million per launch as reusability matures.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 8 Apr. 2026
The black sequin dress featured a plunging neckline, floor-grazing skirt, and dramatic red feather sleeves.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 14 Apr. 2026
In February, a mix of snow and road salt seeped into underground electrical equipment, plunging more than 5,000 of our constituents in Park Slope, Boerum Hill, Crown Heights, Bed-Stuy, and Bushwick into darkness.
—Shahana Hanif, New York Daily News, 14 Apr. 2026
Isolated, he is confronted with a series of mysterious crimes that shatter the fragile order of his court, plunging the fortress into fear and suspicion.
—Zac Ntim, Deadline, 14 Apr. 2026
The iShares Expanded Tech-Software Sector ETF (IGV) is in a bear market, after plunging more than 30% from its high last September.
—Sarah Min, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2026
On Sunday, April 12, Kylie took to Instagram to share photos from her time during Coachella weekend one, sporting a skimpy sheer lace bra top with a plunging neckline and long sleeves.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
This created a conglomeration of steep cliffs, ledges, and stair-step walls— many plunging over 1,400 feet from rim to creek.
—Anthony Fredericks, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2026
Near-term commercial Starship launches are already contracted at about $90 million, with long-term targets plunging to $2-10 million per launch as reusability matures.
—Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 8 Apr. 2026
The black sequin dress featured a plunging neckline, floor-grazing skirt, and dramatic red feather sleeves.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunging
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This could look like flirting with someone unexpectedly, diving into a passion project or deciding you’re done hiding in plain sight.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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But a fragment of the plate is still diving under areas to the north, powering the Cascade volcanoes; another does similar things in Central America.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2026
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By 2025, Anderson — then 59 and nearing completion of her bachelor’s degree — was failing classes and falling behind on bills.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
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The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) says lead paint is falling from six Baltimore-area bridges and contaminating waterways.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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After separation, the weapon follows a steep ballistic trajectory, descending at high velocity toward its target.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Apr. 2026
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That, of course, can’t last forever, and soon enough, the entire family is descending on Malcolm’s life, turning it upside down.—
Stuart Miller,
Oc Register,
6 Apr. 2026
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The shot of the sun, as it slowly and then completely disappears behind the moon, takes up the top half of the 58-foot-tall screen, while the shot of the Maine landscape, dipping from daylight to mid-day darkness and back again, sits below.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2026
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And, for the record, Wendy's endorses the practice of dipping salty fries into sweet Frostys.—
Bob Vitale,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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The ocean liner hit an iceberg in the early hours of April 15, resulting in the ship sinking on its maiden voyage and resulting the deaths of 1,500 passengers and crew.—
Roger Simmons,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
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The firm foam prevents the hips and waist from sinking, while softer foam under the shoulders helps to alleviate pressure.—
Charlotte Maracina,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2026
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Case in point, the dramatic lobby installations from star florist and designer Jeff Leatham, which might include gorgeous, tumbling floral displays in the spring, or a giant plexiglass reindeer in the winter.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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Salesforce fell for its fifth straight session on Friday, tumbling nearly 12% for the week.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office also reviewed evidence from West Jordan before declining to file charges.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Birth rates and fertility trends The administration is overhauling Title X in the context of declining birth rates.—
Dr. Céline Gounder,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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At a staff meeting in March, Bhattacharya acknowledged the struggles the agency has faced over the past year, including multiple rounds of job cuts, plummeting morale, and a gunman opening fire outside the CDC's Atlanta campus, killing a police officer.—
Olivia Rinaldi,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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You're introduced to a girl, Anne, who's on her way to meet with friends in Tokyo when a massive sinkhole opens, sending her plummeting into the Earth's depths.—
Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Plunging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plunging. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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