Embark upon
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Pro Tip 1/3Fresh Endeavors
Use 'embark upon' when starting something new and challenging with a sense of adventure.
After years in research, he decided to embark upon a teaching career.
Pro Tip 2/3Serious Undertaking
It implies a serious commitment to a new task, often with a considerable investment of time or effort.
The team decided to embark upon a thorough analysis of the data.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Journey
'Embark upon' is often used metaphorically to suggest the beginning of a journey or quest.
She embarked upon a quest for knowledge and truth.
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