plump for
B2 informal inseparable transitive
In simple words
To choose something, especially when you had to think about it first
Meanings
1 B2
idiomatic
informal
To make a definite choice in favor of something or someone, especially after consideration
"After looking at the menu for ten minutes, she plumped for the seafood pasta."
Grammar: inseparable
2 B2
idiomatic
neutral
To vote for or support a particular candidate or political option
"Many undecided voters plumped for the independent candidate at the last moment."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
Common in British informal English, particularly in the context of making a consumer choice, voting, or selecting from a menu. Often implies the choice was made with some enthusiasm or decisiveness after a period of uncertainty. Less common in American English.
Commonly used with
option candidate dish policy alternative plan
Forms
Base
plump for
I/you/we/they
3rd person
plumps for
he/she/it
Past simple
plumped for
yesterday
Past participle
plumped for
have + pp
-ing form
plumping for
continuous
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