No. 3,296 in Russian
отправиться
To set off; to depart.
In a sentence
Мы решили отправиться в путешествие по Европе.
We decided to embark on a journey across Europe.
In this sentence, "отправиться" is used in the context of beginning a journey or trip.
Она собирается отправиться в магазин за продуктами.
She is planning to go to the store for groceries.
Here, "отправиться" is used in the context of going to a specific location with a purpose.
После долгих раздумий он решил отправиться в новую карьеру.
After much contemplation, he decided to embark on a new career.
In this context, "отправиться" metaphorically refers to starting a new endeavor or phase in life.
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