Launch into
phrasal verb
To quickly and enthusiastically start doing or talking about something.
John launched into his speech about environmental conservation.
Often appears as...
- launch into a speech
- launch into action
phrasal verb
To strongly criticize or attack someone or something verbally.
The coach launched into his team after their poor performance at the match.
Often appears as...
- launch into criticism
- launch into an attack
Usage tips
Disapproving
phrasal verb
To start a vigorous or determined attempt to achieve something.
The team launched into the project with much enthusiasm.
Often appears as...
- launch into effort
- launch into initiative
phrasal verb
To quickly and enthusiastically start doing or talking about something.
John launched into his speech about environmental conservation.
Often appears as...
- launch into a speech
- launch into action
phrasal verb
To strongly criticize or attack someone or something verbally.
The coach launched into his team after their poor performance at the match.
Often appears as...
- launch into criticism
- launch into an attack
Usage tips
Disapproving
phrasal verb
To start a vigorous or determined attempt to achieve something.
The team launched into the project with much enthusiasm.
Often appears as...
- launch into effort
- launch into initiative
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Immediate Start
Used when someone begins something abruptly, without hesitation or preparation.
She launched into the presentation as soon as she entered the room.
Pro Tip 2/3With Enthusiasm
Implies intense eagerness or excitement about what is being started.
He launched into explaining his idea with infectious enthusiasm.
Pro Tip 3/3Subject Shift
Indicates a sudden change to a new topic in conversation.
Mid-conversation, she launched into a story about her dog.
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