dive (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /daɪv/
Definition
To plunge headfirst into water, or to descend rapidly.
Examples
He decided to dive into the pool to cool off.
The stock market took a sharp dive after the news.
The pilot had to dive to avoid the oncoming aircraft.
How to Use dive
- dive into (prepositional phrase)
- To become deeply involved in an activity or subject. — "He decided to dive into his research."
- dive for (prepositional phrase)
- To jump or move quickly to catch or retrieve something, especially in water. — "The dog loves to dive for sticks in the lake."
- take a dive (idiom)
- To fall or plunge suddenly; to lose value rapidly (often used figuratively or in sports). — "The stock market took a dive after the announcement."
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