Take the plunge

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verb (idiomatic)

To make a decision to start doing something, especially something that requires courage or commitment.

After years of dreaming about it, she finally took the plunge and started her own business.
Visual representation of "take the plunge" - To make a decision to start doing something, especially something that requires courage or commitment

Often appears as...

  • take the plunge and start
  • take the plunge and do

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Idiomatic

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Bold Decision

Used when someone decides to do something that might be risky or requires a lot of courage.

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He's always wanted to travel the world, so he took the plunge and bought a one-way ticket.
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Major Change

Often related to life-changing decisions or significant new beginnings.

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They took the plunge and moved to another country for a fresh start.
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Emotional Nuance

Conveys a sense of excitement mixed with apprehension about the outcome.

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I took the plunge and finally asked for the promotion I felt I deserved.
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