LUNGE Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈlənj

Definition of lunge

as in jab

a quick thrust anticipated the swordsman's lunge and jumped aside to avoid being stabbed

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verb

as in to dive

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Recent Examples of lunge

Noun

In the clip, the massive animal repeatedly lunges from the water, following closely behind the boat. — Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 To perform a lunge, stand with the feet shoulder-width apart and step forward with one leg, creating a right angle at the knee. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Verb

Visitors lunged after volleyballs on a sandy court nearby, while others reclined in rows and rows of loungers. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 5 June 2026 Immediately after Huffman exited the vehicle, the officer lunged into the front seat and regained control of the patrol car, avoiding a potential crash. — Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for lunge

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lunge

Noun

Mayer had some early success with her jab, but Cameron increasingly took control as the fight progressed and landed the cleaner punches before hurting Mayer with a right hand in the eighth round.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 30 Aug. 2026
In 2025, a Kentucky man was killed after he was hit 27 times with a GLOVE by jail employees, on top of 13 jabs from a taser, which ultimately sent him into cardiac arrest.

— Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of jab

Verb

The southern Sinai peninsula is a popular tourist destination, with many travelers visiting the region to snorkel and dive in the Red Sea, the outlet reported.

— Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
For a truly unforgettable endeavor, dive into a deep appreciation of the wonders of the underwater world on the Ocean Pearl, the resort’s mini submarine.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

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Verb

The sleeveless dress, designed by Carolina Herrera creative director Wes Gordon as part of the fashion house's pre-fall 2026 collection, featured a plunging halter neckline, fitted ruched bodice and full midi-length skirt.

— Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
Urban— who finalized his divorce from Kidman in January— coordinated with his former wife in a plunging black pinstripe dress shirt, a matching blazer jacket, and matching trousers.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026

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