dive in

dive in

To begin or undertake something quickly, enthusiastically, and without trepidation. I know you're nervous about starting school, but you just need to dive in and do your best! Instead of sitting around and talking about it, let's just dive in and start putting this thing together. I have to give something a lot of thought first—I'm not one to just dive in, you know?

See also: dive

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dive in

v.

1. To plunge one's body into something: The swimmer stood at the edge of the pool and dived in. The bird flew up suddenly before diving in the water.

2. To start enthusiastically: The teacher laid out the chemistry equipment, and the students dived in.

3. To start eating eagerly: I'm getting hungry, I can't wait to dive in. Here's the pizza; dive in!

See also: dive

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