English idiom · neutral · spoken & written · BrE & AmE

take the plunge: meaning and examples

take the plunge means finally make a bold or important decision.

Memory hook: Build a clear mental picture from “take the plunge” and connect it to this meaning: finally make a bold or important decision.

How to use “take the plunge”

Common mistake: Treat “take the plunge” as a fixed expression. Notice its exact word order in the examples.

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This expression belongs to Lesson 9, where you can compare it with other idioms about decisions and practise it interactively.

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