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VocabJLPT N3
to plunge into
Godan VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to thrust (something) into (something)
  2. 2. to cram
  3. 3. to plunge into
  4. 4. to delve into (a matter)
To thrust or push something into a place, or in conversation, to point out a flaw or contradiction in what someone said. The conversational sense is especially common in Japanese comedy, where one person calls out the other's silly or incorrect statement.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"I'll just stick these documents in here," he said.

Sentence 2

There was an accident where a car crashed into a wall.

Sentence 3

I have this habit of shoving my hands in my pockets.

Sentence 4

Do you remember which box you stuffed the old photos into?

Sentence 5

I feel like I shoved my key somewhere, but I can't find it.