“Take the plunge”

Definition

To decide to do something important or risky.

Examples

Examples

“After years of planning, they took the plunge and opened a cafe.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Take the plunge" mean?
"Take the plunge" means to decide to do something important or risky..
How do you use "Take the plunge" in a sentence?
Example: "After years of planning, they took the plunge and opened a cafe."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Take the plunge"?
Решиться на важный или рискованный шаг. / Որոշել անել կարևոր կամ ռիսկային քայլ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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