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launch into

B2 neutral inseparable transitive
In simple words

To suddenly start doing something or talking about something with a lot of energy.

Literal meaning: To 'launch' something — propel it forcefully — 'into' a new space or activity; like a rocket launching into orbit.

Meanings

1 B2 idiomatic neutral

To begin speaking at length and with energy, especially without being asked or without pausing.

"Before anyone could sit down, he launched into a detailed account of everything that had gone wrong."

Grammar: inseparable
2 B2 neutral

To begin a task, project, or activity with sudden, forceful energy.

"The company launched into its biggest recruitment drive in years."

Grammar: inseparable
3 B2 neutral

To physically attack someone or something suddenly and forcefully.

"The protesters launched into security personnel who tried to block their path."

Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes

Common in both British and American English. Very frequently used with speech acts: 'launch into a speech/explanation/tirade/story'. Also used for physical attacks or activities. The 'into' suggests moving powerfully from one state directly into another.

Commonly used with

speech tirade explanation attack story presentation

Forms

Base
launch into
I/you/we/they
3rd person
launches into
he/she/it
Past simple
launched into
yesterday
Past participle
launched into
have + pp
-ing form
launching into
continuous

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Synonyms

dive into plunge into embark on start in on launch forth jump into

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