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Reference : Phrasal Verbs : L : launch into

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launch into

Meaning: to start off something, like a speech or a song, in an energetic way

For example:

  • launch into sth After being introduced to the audience, the guest speaker launched into a detailed account of his life's work.

  • launch into sth She launched into an attack on the government for failing to prevent the economic crisis.

Quick Quiz:

Stan got to his feet and launched into
  1. a minute of silence
  2. an Elvis Presley song
  3. the next row of seats