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dived

The correct spelling is dived.

How to pronounce dived

verb

IPA: /ˈdaɪ̯vd/

Say it like: Div-ed

The correct spelling is dived. To swim under water. For example: "to dive into home plate"

Usage Examples

to dive into home plate

She dove right in and started making improvements.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To swim under water.
  2. 2.To jump into water head-first.
  3. 3.To jump headfirst toward the ground or into another substance.
  4. 4.To descend sharply or steeply.
  5. 5.(especially with in) To undertake with enthusiasm.

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