Wade in

verb

To begin enthusiastically to do or deal with a task.

When the project was announced, she was the first one to wade in.
Visual representation of "wade in" - To begin enthusiastically to do or deal with a task

Often appears as...

  • wade in with enthusiasm
  • wade in to help

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To join in a fight or argument.

Despite his lack of knowledge, he always wades in on these debates.
Visual representation of "wade in" - To join in a fight or argument

Often appears as...

  • wade in on a discussion
  • wade in without thinking

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To walk through water or another liquid or soft substance.

We waded in the shallow end of the pool.
Visual representation of "wade in" - To walk through water or another liquid or soft substance

Often appears as...

  • wade in the water
  • wade in the mud
verb

To begin enthusiastically to do or deal with a task.

When the project was announced, she was the first one to wade in.
Visual representation of "wade in" - To begin enthusiastically to do or deal with a task

Often appears as...

  • wade in with enthusiasm
  • wade in to help

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To join in a fight or argument.

Despite his lack of knowledge, he always wades in on these debates.
Visual representation of "wade in" - To join in a fight or argument

Often appears as...

  • wade in on a discussion
  • wade in without thinking

Usage tips

Idiomatic

verb

To walk through water or another liquid or soft substance.

We waded in the shallow end of the pool.
Visual representation of "wade in" - To walk through water or another liquid or soft substance

Often appears as...

  • wade in the water
  • wade in the mud
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "wade in"
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Enthusiastic Start

Used when someone begins a task with energy and eagerness.

Illustration for Enthusiastic Start
She waded in with her new paint brushes ready to go.
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Taking Initiative

Shows someone taking the lead in an activity or project.

Illustration for Taking Initiative
As soon as the fundraiser started, Mark waded in, organizing the team.
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Positive Connotation

Often implies a positive judgment about someone's willingness to participate.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
When volunteers were needed, Lisa immediately waded in.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Enthusiastic Start

Used when someone begins a task with energy and eagerness.

Illustration for Enthusiastic Start
She waded in with her new paint brushes ready to go.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Taking Initiative

Shows someone taking the lead in an activity or project.

Illustration for Taking Initiative
As soon as the fundraiser started, Mark waded in, organizing the team.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Positive Connotation

Often implies a positive judgment about someone's willingness to participate.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
When volunteers were needed, Lisa immediately waded in.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Enthusiastic Start

Used when someone begins a task with energy and eagerness.

Illustration for Enthusiastic Start
She waded in with her new paint brushes ready to go.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Taking Initiative

Shows someone taking the lead in an activity or project.

Illustration for Taking Initiative
As soon as the fundraiser started, Mark waded in, organizing the team.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Positive Connotation

Often implies a positive judgment about someone's willingness to participate.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
When volunteers were needed, Lisa immediately waded in.
Visual representation of the word "Wade in"

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