Embark on

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verb

To start or begin something big or important.

She decided to embark on a new career in real estate.
Visual representation of "embark on" - To start or begin something big or important.

Often appears as...

  • embark on a journey
  • embark on a project
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New Beginnings

Used when starting a new phase in life or a major task.

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After years in banking, he decided to embark on a culinary adventure.
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Major Commitment

Implies a serious and significant undertaking, not something trivial.

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She will embark on her PhD studies this fall.
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Journey Metaphor

Often used metaphorically to describe the beginning of a journey even if not literal travel.

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They are about to embark on a journey of discovery in the world of art.
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