take the plunge

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English - English
To get engaged
(deyim) Make a decision to do something, especially after thinking about it for a long time

They're finally taking the plunge and getting married.

dare to make a move, dare to do something
take the plunge

    Turkish pronunciation

    teyk dhi plʌnc

    Pronunciation

    /ˈtāk ᴛʜē ˈplənʤ/ /ˈteɪk ðiː ˈplʌnʤ/

    Etymology

    [ 'tAk ] (verb.) before 12th century. Middle English, from Old English tacan, from Old Norse taka; akin to Middle Dutch taken to take.
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