Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Looking over the edge, Mr. Jones asked Mr. Newman what would have gone through his mind if it was he who had been plunging to the ground.

From New York Times • Dec. 13, 2022

They had been plunging deep into the solving of unsolvable problems, and she turned her burning old eyes on him as she answered.

From In Connection with the De Willoughby Claim by Burnett, Frances Hodgson

I had been plunging and slipping in the dark mosses for maybe two hours when, looking down from a little rise, I caught a gleam of light.

From Salute to Adventurers by Buchan, John

Suddenly the great craft began to descend in a quick dropping rush that sent the air tingling against Billy's cheeks as though they had been plunging through a hailstorm.

From The Boy Aviators' Treasure Quest by Goldfrap, John Henry

Russell had no idea now how long the four of them had been plunging toward the red-rimmed sun that never seemed to get any nearer.

From To Each His Star by Walton, Bryce