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dive into(
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)A transitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and requires a direct object (e.g., take out the trash.).
a. zambullirse en
He stopped the boat and dove into the lake.Paró el barco y se zambulló en el lago.
b. tirarse de cabeza en
I can't wait to dive into the pool.No puedo esperar a tirarme de cabeza en la piscina.
d. tirarse de cabeza a
You're not allowed to dive into the pool because it's too shallow.No se permite tirarse de cabeza a la piscina porque es muy poco profundo.
2. (figurative) (to begin enthusiastically)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
a. meterse de lleno en
We have a lot to do, so let's dive into the work.Tenemos mucho que hacer, así que nos metamos de lleno en el trabajo.
b. meterse de lleno a
He stopped partying all the time and dove into his studies.Dejó de ir a fiestas todo el tiempo y se metió de lleno a sus estudios.
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