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
Just days after hard-launching her relationship with French filmmaker Romain Gavras, EmRata lounged in a plunging plush white robe while wearing nothing but some sparkling loud luxury accessories.
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Lara Walsh, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
The plunging value of the rial was one trigger for protests that began in late December in Tehran’s main bazaar and then spiraled nationwide.
—ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
The plunging costs of solar, wind, batteries, and electric vehicles, a step up in national policies, and a better understanding of what our energy future might look like have taken us off that terrifying path.
—Hannah Ritchie, Big Think, 24 Feb. 2026
With enrollment plunging at many of Illinois’ regional universities, state leaders are again pressing a sweeping overhaul of higher education funding — one that would steer more money to smaller campuses despite firm opposition from the state’s flagship system, the University of Illinois.
—Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
The cartel’s response was immediate, spreading outward from Jalisco and plunging much of Mexico into chaos and violence.
—Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
Profit-taking began shortly thereafter, with the stock ultimately being among the hardest hit during the Covid crash, plunging below 10 before finally stabilizing.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
The look featured a plunging neckline with a thigh-high slit and dramatic appliqués throughout the bodice, shoulders and dramatic long sleeves.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
In it, a late-night talk show host, who is facing possible cancellation, collapses and dies on air, plunging the production into chaos.
—Angela Lian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Lara Walsh, InStyle, 25 Feb. 2026
The plunging value of the rial was one trigger for protests that began in late December in Tehran’s main bazaar and then spiraled nationwide.
—ABC News, 25 Feb. 2026
The plunging costs of solar, wind, batteries, and electric vehicles, a step up in national policies, and a better understanding of what our energy future might look like have taken us off that terrifying path.
—Hannah Ritchie, Big Think, 24 Feb. 2026
With enrollment plunging at many of Illinois’ regional universities, state leaders are again pressing a sweeping overhaul of higher education funding — one that would steer more money to smaller campuses despite firm opposition from the state’s flagship system, the University of Illinois.
—Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2026
The cartel’s response was immediate, spreading outward from Jalisco and plunging much of Mexico into chaos and violence.
—Josh Meyer, USA Today, 23 Feb. 2026
Profit-taking began shortly thereafter, with the stock ultimately being among the hardest hit during the Covid crash, plunging below 10 before finally stabilizing.
—Frank Cappelleri, CNBC, 18 Feb. 2026
The look featured a plunging neckline with a thigh-high slit and dramatic appliqués throughout the bodice, shoulders and dramatic long sleeves.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
In it, a late-night talk show host, who is facing possible cancellation, collapses and dies on air, plunging the production into chaos.
—Angela Lian, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunging
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How to pursue time freedom as a couple That process, Hill says, with starts with encouraging couples to dream together rather than diving straight into numbers.—
Ryan Ermey,
CNBC,
23 Feb. 2026
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Within the opening minutes of the 80-61 win over Rutgers at Williams Arena on Saturday, Grove was diving on the floor for loose balls and battling for rebounds.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
23 Feb. 2026
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But despite the loss, Lucas was pleased with the way several of the players for the Golden Hawks (2-1) came through in the clutch and how the team battled back after falling behind 6-1.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
25 Feb. 2026
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After falling behind by 11 during an uneven first half, the Celtics buried the Suns with a 50-11 run that stretched from midway through the second quarter until late in the third.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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On Monday, at least some members of the group appear to have skied, climbing and descending ridge lines around the Frog Lake area, according to an activity log posted by one of the guides that day, as the storm system closed in and snow began to fall.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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Designers, editors, and models are descending on Italy’s fashion capital for Milan Fashion Week—Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid, familiar faces to the city, have just touched down.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sumney — who had roles in A24’s The Idol and MaXXXine — describes a common refrain among today’s recording artists dipping their toes into broader entertainment.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
25 Feb. 2026
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But 2026 is likely the coldest winter in 16 years, with temperatures dipping as low as -4 degrees Fahrenheit in January.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2026
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These misrepresentations allegedly continued through AllHere’s collapse; as the company was sinking, Smith-Griffin was able to obtain nearly $10 million from investors and sought an additional $35 million from a private equity investor, who ultimately decided to not invest.—
Times staff,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Feb. 2026
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The memory foam provides luxurious comfort that your muscles will love sinking into.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Feb. 2026
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Trump backed down from a threat to launch a military invasion following congressional blowback, tumbling stock prices and criticism from America's closest allies.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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The falls sent him tumbling from first place all the way off the podium.—
Sallee Ann Harrison,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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During his speech on Tuesday, the President suggested that those prices were declining.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
27 Feb. 2026
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Chelsea have carried significant operating losses in recent years, topping £200m in each of the three seasons before last, as declining revenues combined with significant cost increases.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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Today our border is secure, our spirit is restored, inflation is plummeting, incomes are rising fast, the roaring economy is roaring like never before and our enemies are scared.—
February 25,
NPR,
25 Feb. 2026
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Those prices are plummeting downward.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Plunging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plunging. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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