Word details
乗り出す
Meanings, readings, and example sentences for the Japanese word 乗り出す.
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Entry
1
to set out; to set sail
Examples
人類は宇宙に乗り出すことに成功した。
Human beings succeeded in flying into space.
2
to embark on (a new venture); to set out (to achieve something)
Examples
彼は新しい事業に乗り出した。
He embarked on a new enterprise.
3
to begin to ride
4
to lean forward
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