Example Sentences

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The fight had plunged her into an ocean of confusion about who her father was and what their relationship had become.

From Los Angeles Times • May 5, 2026

Since then, it had plunged 96.5% through Wednesday.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 5, 2026

The tragedy had plunged Lamphere into single parenthood, changing diapers, making meals, doing the bedtime routine all by herself, all while trying to bring in what money she could as a massage therapist.

From Slate • Jan. 30, 2026

But by the time Carolina scored a touchdown to take a four-point lead with under three minutes to play, that number had plunged to just 28%.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

In a few short minutes our mood had plunged from the highest high to the lowest low.

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen