dig into

verb

dug into; digging into; digs into

1

: to mix (something) into (soil) by digging

dig the compost into the soil

2

informal : to begin eating (something)

The family was digging into a delicious meal.

They dug into their steaks.

3

somewhat informal : to try to learn or uncover information by studying (something)

The detectives dug into his past and learned that he had once lived in another country.

4

: to push against (a body part) in a sharp and painful way

The bed's springs are digging into my back.

Her fingernails dug into my hand.

5

: to push (something) into (a body part) in a sharp and painful way

She dug her fingernails into my hand.

He dug his elbow into my ribs.

Examples of dig into in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The doc also digs into the generational shift which has seen young generations eschewing regimented and sometimes abusive kitchens in favor of a more egalitarian, human way of doing things. —Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 4 June 2026

Additionally, our team dug into customer reviews and referenced forums of public discussion like Reddit to identify the exact activewear labels women can’t stop talking about right now (and find out why). —Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026

Chowchilla digs into the criminal motivations and legal repercussions, exploring how those affected by the crime fared in the decades since. —James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 June 2026

The formation of the Crossroads Lab, a group of reporters who dig into under-reported — but important — topics such as education, early childhood development, healthcare and equity. —Steve Coffman june 4, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026

Rhymes for dig into

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue