headfirst
Example Sentences
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He has, however, run headfirst into significant obstacles, both from the public and key institutions that have curtailed his ambitions.
From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026
Besides Kjellbin and Savolainen, newlyweds Kim Meylemans and Nicole Silveira are hurtling headfirst toward a marital showdown between Belgium and Brazil.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
It was more than just romantic; it was the push I needed to dive headfirst back into studying.
From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026
His helmet-wearing partner appeared to be in such a hurry that he dived headfirst onto the platform, police said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025
After a week of this, she jumped headfirst into the deep end and had to be rescued by the lifeguard.
From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng
