launch forth
To start something big and important with a lot of energy and confidence, like setting off on an adventure.
Meanings
To begin a journey, mission, or adventure with energy and bold determination.
"The explorers launched forth at dawn, heading into territory no one had mapped before."
To begin speaking at length and with enthusiasm, often on a topic one feels strongly about.
"Without waiting for a question, the professor launched forth on the origins of the Renaissance."
Somewhat archaic and literary. More common in older texts or formal speech. In modern usage, 'launch into' has largely replaced 'launch forth' for the 'begin a speech' sense. Occasionally used for dramatic stylistic effect.
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