deep dive
noun
plural deep dives
: an exhaustive investigation, study, or analysis of a question or topic
Researchers … have taken a deep dive into the seismic activity that has shaken the Permian Basin in recent years.—
Midland (Texas) Reporter-Telegram
Midland (Texas) Reporter-TelegramAfter discovering that his late father was a war hero, a son takes a deep dive into World War II and the terrors of the Nazi regime.—Kirkus Reviews
Kirkus ReviewsWhat begins as a deep dive into the business practices of multilevel marketing and direct sales companies … becomes something larger, and even more rage-inducing: a story about the enviable perks of being rich and well connected in America.—Pete Keeley
Pete KeeleyYet a deep dive into the far reaches of Instagram reveals that a golden age of tattoos has arrived …—Monica Kim
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As for that Lucy and Stephen ending, Oppenheimer previously explained in her deep dive with THR on the finale that the moment when Stephen abandons Lucy at the gas station is ultimately what frees her from their relationship, and Van Patten agrees.
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Over the past year, the comedian has been doing a deep dive into the Bible.
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But there was, at least, a path forward to becoming more of an impact player; Arpon Basu’s deep dive showed how more neutral-zone puck touches would be key to taking the next step.
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The answer requires a deep dive into religious history.
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Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 17 Feb. 2026
Over the past year, the comedian has been doing a deep dive into the Bible.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
But there was, at least, a path forward to becoming more of an impact player; Arpon Basu’s deep dive showed how more neutral-zone puck touches would be key to taking the next step.
—Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2026
The answer requires a deep dive into religious history.
—Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Deep dive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deep%20dive. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.
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