dive (right) in/into (something)

idiom

informal
1
: to start doing (something) with enthusiasm
They dove into their work.
I'm just not ready to dive (right) into another romantic relationship.
2
: to quickly reach into (a bag, pocket, etc.)
She dove into her purse to find some change.

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“Dive (right) in/into (something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dive%20%28right%29%20in%2Finto%20%28something%29. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.

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