as in dives (into)
to start work on energetically
waded deep into the repair project and didn't come out of it until four hours later enthusiastically waded into his science fair project
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The gunman approaches the school through the parking lot, according to McCraw.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
21 Jan. 2026 -
After an uncertain year, the fashion industry approaches 2026 with hopes of being able to plan further ahead or to maintain the previous year’s momentum without losses.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
20 Jan. 2026
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Our tester, Alexandra, spends a lot of time swimming and working out, so a formula that tackles grease and sweat is paramount in her routine.—
Olivia Rose Rushing,
InStyle,
7 Jan. 2026
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While the team tackles a warehouse fire, Mouch has a heart attack, Herrmann gets caught inside while trying to save him, and Casey’s trapped too because of the spread of the flames.—
Will Harris,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Jan. 2026
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Commuters in eastern Lake Forest can expect traffic disruptions over the coming months as the city undertakes construction on two Lake Road bridges.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
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Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Wades (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wades%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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