Embark

usgb/ɪmˈbɑːrk/
verb

To start or begin something.

She embarked on a new career.
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Often appears as...

  • embark on a journey
  • embark on a quest
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Initiating Action

Used when someone decides to take the first step in a series or process.

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After years of planning, he's finally ready to embark on his PhD.
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Personal Journeys

Often used metaphorically to refer to the start of personal endeavors or life changes.

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She's about to embark on motherhood.
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Long-term Commitment

Suggests a commitment to a long and perhaps challenging process.

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They're ready to embark on a three-year research project.
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