headlong — with the head foremost; in a rush; without deliberation
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: with the head foremost; in a rush; without deliberation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhedlɔːŋ/
Korean meaning: 머리를 앞세워서; 성급하게; 무모하게
Korean pronunciation: **헤드**롱
Example Sentences
- The CEO made a headlong decision to buy the startup without checking their finances first.
- My cat ran headlong into the glass door while chasing a fly, then pretended it was intentional.
- She plunged headlong into the swimming pool, not realizing it was only three feet deep.
headlong
ADVERB//ˈhedlɔːŋ//
with the head foremost; in a rush; without deliberation
a young hiker runs down the steep trail with his head tilted forward and arms flailing wildly. He moves so fast that his body leans dangerously forward as loose rocks scatter under his feet. The steep downward slope makes him gain more speed than he can control. His momentum carries him faster and faster as he struggles to keep his balance. Other hikers behind him call out warnings with concerned expressions and raised hands. A hiker further down the trail looks up with alarm at the approaching runner. someone moving headlong down the hill without deliberation or control
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'heafodlang', literally meaning 'head-long'. The word originally described physical movement with the head going forward first, then extended to mean reckless or hasty behavior.
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📝Examples
“The CEO made a headlong decision to buy the startup without checking their finances first.”
“My cat ran headlong into the glass door while chasing a fly, then pretended it was intentional.”
“She plunged headlong into the swimming pool, not realizing it was only three feet deep.”
“The politician's headlong rush to make promises during the campaign later caused him trouble.”
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