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as in falls
to go to a lower level especially abruptly
prices for those televisions have really plunged since they were first introduced
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as in descends
to lead or extend downward
a stairway plunging into darkness
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as in tumbles
an act or instance of diving
the Olympic diver took a well-executed plunge off the diving board
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as in drops
the act or process of going to a lower level or altitude
an overnight plunge in temperature sent the thermometer to below the freezing mark
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Recent Examples of plunges
Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The main channel seen in the images measures about 6 miles (10 kilometers) wide and plunges roughly 1,640 feet (500 meters) deep.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 15 May 2026
If earlier American Football records hinted at adult disillusionment, LP4 plunges cannon ball-style into it.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 May 2026
Ernaux’s signature method of resisting interpretation and incarnating the past plunges us into this girl’s experience.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
Architectonics takes this murky style and plunges it to a new deep, incorporating the bronze gong and chime sounds of gamelan while burying his rhythms in dense, dubby layers of incense smoke.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 13 Apr. 2026
As the capsule plunges through the atmosphere, a communications blackout is anticipated as plasma builds up around the spacecraft and causes interference.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
The Guardians must protect the Legendary Silver Crystal when a battle erupts with a mysterious enemy during the Celestial Ball and plunges the Moon Palace into chaos.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
All eyes will be on Orion’s heat shield as the capsule plunges through the atmosphere.
—Marcia Dunn, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
The retreat also features sound healing temples, sunset BBQs, fire ceremonies, saunas and cold plunges.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
Between scheduled activities, guests have access to an infrared sauna, an outdoor heated pool, a jacuzzi and cold plunges.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Travelers chasing contrast bathing benefits should look for properties with both hot and cold options on site — geothermal pools paired with cold plunges, river access or glacial water.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Verb
Subjected to an ancient ritual, her return plunges the family into a terrifying nightmare.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
The main channel seen in the images measures about 6 miles (10 kilometers) wide and plunges roughly 1,640 feet (500 meters) deep.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 15 May 2026
If earlier American Football records hinted at adult disillusionment, LP4 plunges cannon ball-style into it.
—Jonathan Cohen, SPIN, 1 May 2026
Ernaux’s signature method of resisting interpretation and incarnating the past plunges us into this girl’s experience.
—Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026
Architectonics takes this murky style and plunges it to a new deep, incorporating the bronze gong and chime sounds of gamelan while burying his rhythms in dense, dubby layers of incense smoke.
—Sam Goldner, Pitchfork, 13 Apr. 2026
As the capsule plunges through the atmosphere, a communications blackout is anticipated as plasma builds up around the spacecraft and causes interference.
—Denise Chow, NBC news, 9 Apr. 2026
The Guardians must protect the Legendary Silver Crystal when a battle erupts with a mysterious enemy during the Celestial Ball and plunges the Moon Palace into chaos.
—Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 3 Apr. 2026
All eyes will be on Orion’s heat shield as the capsule plunges through the atmosphere.
—Marcia Dunn, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Noun
Cold plunges, red light beds, NAD+ drips, stem cell shots and peptide injections have moved from elite wellness clinics into mainstream conversation, fueled by celebrities who swear by them.
—Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 May 2026
The retreat also features sound healing temples, sunset BBQs, fire ceremonies, saunas and cold plunges.
—Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
Between scheduled activities, guests have access to an infrared sauna, an outdoor heated pool, a jacuzzi and cold plunges.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 13 May 2026
Travelers chasing contrast bathing benefits should look for properties with both hot and cold options on site — geothermal pools paired with cold plunges, river access or glacial water.
—Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plunges
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Mermaid dives require a separate ticket, while the mermaid meeting is included in admission.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
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YouTube creator Hope Allen, better known as HopeScope, dives into the high-drama world of vertical microdramas.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Chelsea’s squad demographic falls somewhere in between but is probably closer to the former than the latter, and a football legend with his resume should not encounter the authority problems faced by owner BlueCo’s previous hires.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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And that’s why—but that doesn’t make sense because the money falls from the ceiling.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
16 May 2026
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Coppola’s Vietnam epic alongside Schlöndorff’s surreal story about a child who refuses to grow up as Europe descends into madness.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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In the film, biotechnology professor Se-jeong, played by Jun, attends an industry conference that descends into chaos after a rapidly mutating virus is released.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 May 2026
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After a number of tumbles through the incoming crashing waves, Phan grabbed ahold of the shark's tail and fearlessly guided it back into the ocean, prompting cheers from onlookers.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Beneath the twists and tumbles of its plot, Reddick’s play is concerned with the people and communities that never profit when power seeks to increase itself — children, poor folks, Black folks.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
11 Mar. 2026
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Silver plays two roles — as a store of value and a raw material for industry — which can mean bigger gains when the economy is growing but sharper drops during downturns.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Add a few drops of mild detergent to warm water and blot the stain with a microfiber cloth rather than scrubbing it.—
Ryan Brennan,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
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This might look like doing lunges while taking a work break or chair dips while dinner is cooking.—
Malissa Rodenburg,
Health,
15 May 2026
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This price action suggests that dips are being bought and that institutional support remains firm.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Further declines in home prices would deepen the hit to household balance sheets, said Lizzi Lee, a fellow at Center for China Analysis, noting that the property downturn has already inflicted significant job losses across construction and related sectors.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
18 May 2026
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This year might not be any different, with the pros looking for single-digit declines in both revenues and profits.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
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As the two riders swing in a circle, the ride's cable snaps and the capsule plummets toward the ground.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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But Venus plummets out of the evening sky in the next few weeks.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Plunges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plunges. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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